A 302 will not sound like your typical 216; it will always be deeper. You didn't say what manifolds but if they are the old Nicson style and you use 2 to 2-1/2" exhaust that high rappy sound will be absent. Definatly a great swap. JD


216.158 MPH 12-Port 302 GMC on 70% 171.0 MPH 302 stock head on gasoline 7 years later