Easy engine-building ideas, part 1: Proper block prep is first and foremost.

Armstrong was offered the chance to build a complete new engine for Wes, one with beaucoup power yet lots of dependability, so he scooped up what was left of the 327 Chevy and headed home.

However, the occasional high-performance small block Chevrolet 327 or 350 engine-build for use on local race tracks or simply hot rodding around town made leaving the low-paying job difficult.