Opted to up-size my '23 T-Bucket from the Ho Hum, run of the mill Chevy 350 to a Mopar 383. Mostly for nostalgia... my '67 Barracuda had a 383. Of course I then had to up-size the rear tires to harness the extra HP, then I'll narrow the rear end housing by 8" so I don't need a "WIDE LOAD" escort every time I leave the house!!

 

I like your ideas a lot.

 

I like it! I do get tired of looking at street rods with small block Chevies. Nothing wrong with small block Chevies but there's soooooo many in street rods. Your's will be a refreshing change.