Hi Donald,
Are the 305/350 engines derivitives of the 283 that Chevy released in
the mid 50s? I always heard good things about that engine. As I wrote
earlier, the 305 in my 78 Malibu was an awesome engine that was embarassed
by its (multiple) autmatic transmissions. The dealer put 2 replacement
Jasper ATs in under warranty (I'm *so* happy * bought the used car
warranty!) and both failed early IMO - even though I maintained it as per
the manual. When the AT was working properly it was an awesome car - very
quiet, smooth and responsive. Of course, when compared to my 69 280S there
was little difference in the feeling of having a proper ride.
The MB did something I've only seen in MBs (all my MBs) - at about 80mph
they seem to hunker down and the suspension become supple and firm at the
same time. Expansion strips in the interstate disappear and wind noise even
reduces. I guess it's the sweet spot -
The Chevy's shortcomings were the interior trim which seemed to be made
as cheap as humanly possible. Even things like the fasteners holding
wiring and plumbing in place were cheap and as such failed to stay *tightly*
connected. Little things like that turned me off the Chevy although I would
like to try a mid 90s Impala SS, a new Impala, Ford Crown Vic or better yet,
one of the Mustang Bullit specials. I predict some people will put them away
for 20 or 30 years then put them up for auction at Barrett Jackson and make
a bundle. Personally, I'd rather enjoy it.
Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <mercedes@okiebenz.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:41 AM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] CHevy 305/350 WAS- High mileage badges
> Alex C. wrote: "So if the old small-block was so good, how come they
> dumped it and moved to the Vortec engine family for the trucks? Fuel
> economy and/or emissions concerns, or something else?"
>
> The old small block was a workhorse, but the newer balanced engines were
> for superior for fuel injection, the use of and harmonic balancing. The
> newer engines also developed more power with better fuel economy. Now,
> the 350 that was fuel injected in 87 is an awesome engine. But, 1988
> represented a watershed year for GM becuasue of the development of the
> newer engines.
>
> Until the design of the 3800 V6, the 307 ("Y" code) engine and the 305
> (made by chevy) was, in my opinion the best engines GM made UNTIL the
> design of the 3800 V6.
>
>
> Donald H. Snook
>
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