Is the 305 TPI good for high mileage?
If you are running a 305 with high mileage, just start saving your pennies, and when the rings finally go bad, shell out 2500 bucks for a 350. Don’t waste your money throwing parts at the 305. I’m not saying they can’t be good, it’s just that you can get so much more for your hard earned money.
What was the tpi on a 92 Camaro?
My brother owns a ’92 Camaro that was equipped from the factory with a 305 TPI and a 5 speed. It ran high 14’s and low 15’s with a homemade “cat back” and Flowmaster muffer. Nothing to write home about. With a set of L98 heads and lower intake that I ported and an adjustable FPR.
When did the new Firebird 305 engine come out?
In 1985, All Firebird models undergo redevelopement to boost sales. LB9 Tuned Port Injected 305 is released The new port fuel injected engine replaces the 305 H.O. as the hot ticket Using a tuned runner design the 305 makes 215 hp The new engine gains attention but is not available with a manual transmission
How many horsepower does a 305 TPI Camaro have?
Replaced stock cylinder heads with World Products 305 S/R Torquer heads. 298 HP @ 5,500 rpm. 308 ft/lb torque @ 3,900 rpm. A 28 HP increase over the stock heads, and the 305 engine now has close to 300 HP.
If you are running a 305 with high mileage, just start saving your pennies, and when the rings finally go bad, shell out 2500 bucks for a 350. Don’t waste your money throwing parts at the 305. I’m not saying they can’t be good, it’s just that you can get so much more for your hard earned money.
My brother owns a ’92 Camaro that was equipped from the factory with a 305 TPI and a 5 speed. It ran high 14’s and low 15’s with a homemade “cat back” and Flowmaster muffer. Nothing to write home about. With a set of L98 heads and lower intake that I ported and an adjustable FPR.
Replaced stock cylinder heads with World Products 305 S/R Torquer heads. 298 HP @ 5,500 rpm. 308 ft/lb torque @ 3,900 rpm. A 28 HP increase over the stock heads, and the 305 engine now has close to 300 HP.
What was the drag coefficient of the Pontiac Trans Am?
The new Trans Am took things a bit further, with a coefficient of.32. The Trans Am body would continue to improve aerodynamically over the years, and by 1985 would be the most aerodynamic vehicle to ever be released from General Motors with a 0.29 coefficient of drag.