Rebuilding a 440

[nadocor66]

Thanks for the help so far. Engine and transmission are a 75' model year C body 440. When rebuilding this engine what are improvements that I can make to increase power/torque without sacrificing drivability? Car has AC and a 3:21 open rear. Eventually plan on converting over to FI.
Port and polishing?
Head/valve train work?
Camshaft?
Oil pump?
Block hardware. head bolts, expansion plugs?
Best gaskets?
Carb?
Cooling system?
Any input and or expertise is greatly appreciated in advance.
Thank you, Ray

 

[david hill]

Increase your compression ratio by installing taller deck height pistons. The 906 cyl heads work well so simple valve job W/ new springs will serve you well. Use a Melling SP11 camshaft kit. A Melling high pressure pump. For a carb w/ good reliability go w/ a Edelbrock 1411 rated at 750 cfm. With a Recurved the dist. this will give you a very good reliable 440.