Value of a 340

Thanks for the kind words.

Just to keep the thread on topic. I bought a spare 340 short block that was deglazed, new bearings and fresh rings last summer for $450.

As most people mention, a 340 may not an advantage over a 360 but IMHO it is a better foundation for a budget racer(with a small displacement advantage over the 318 ). My 340 has spent plenty of time between 6500 and 7000 rpm. I agree, the 360 is a bigger motor for less money but the little you save you really should spend on a decent harmonic balancer if you are going to be spinning it up. There is also that moment at the gas pump when you know you're going to hear that question, "wudda you got in it?". It seems everybody has a story about a 340."...this guy showed up one night with a 340 Swinger...". I've got Magnums, 318's and 360's but none are as fun to drive as my 340.