The key point was that on one side, the 235 was already built up and already has the $$$ add ons. On the other side, the 250 is also already built up stock and has all the stock stuff. My pockets are not that deep to go buy all the add on stuff on top of already having the 250 built so the appeal was that the 235 already has all the stuff on there and either engine was turn key except for the motor mount question. I've had 250's with Offy intakes and other goodies so I am aware they are out there, just don't have the extra cash laying around. If I bought the 235 I would sell the 250. In any event, I am going to put in the 250 since it is turn key. Horsepower was never a concern with me, I just like cruising. Thanks for the replies.