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Brisc · 18th April 2012, 05:25 PM

Hello everyone!

I've been thinking about upgrading my ute with a new engine but am uncertain where to go. I need more horses to pull my wagon! The 308 Holden engine that is in it now has got about 220 hp only.

I'm in Australia and crate engine suppliers over here are limited. As far as I understand we can't just import engines into this country from the US where prices are much better. I've made a short list of engines and prices and I think I'll go for a big block Chevy. Here a comparison:

Any thoughts on this? Have I missed any crate engine supplier here in Australia in the above list?

Also a picture of my little baby:

18th April 2012, 05:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
Brisc Brisc Rookie Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: South Africa GT40: none yet! Posts: 47	Engine for my 1972 Holden HQ 1 Tonner [Australia] Hello everyone! I've been thinking about upgrading my ute with a new engine but am uncertain where to go. I need more horses to pull my wagon! The 308 Holden engine that is in it now has got about 220 hp only. I'm in Australia and crate engine suppliers over here are limited. As far as I understand we can't just import engines into this country from the US where prices are much better. I've made a short list of engines and prices and I think I'll go for a big block Chevy. Here a comparison: Any thoughts on this? Have I missed any crate engine supplier here in Australia in the above list? Also a picture of my little baby: Last edited by Brisc; 18th April 2012 at 05:31 PM.