My first foray into automotive systems was restoring a 1972 Chevrolet Nova, rebuilding the Small Block Chevrolet Power Train, the completed project is here.

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Engine: Small Block Chevrolet 350 and 3 Speed Transmission:

Bored .30 over, balanced pistons and crankshaft, federal mogul sealed power engine kit, hooker headers, Edelbrock 650 CFM 4bbl carburetor, .256 rear end, with 3-speed hydromatic, with 3" exhaust with an H-Pipe, and HEI.  Had a really lovely sound, and had more power than traction honestly.