Hi Guys,
I've been checking out this site for a couple days now, seems pretty good.
I have an 83 Grumman Olson van (ex-delivery van) with a full aluminum body and a 292 straight six engine. I use the van for work and hauling tools. The motor is stock and possibly rebuilt. My first thought was to swap out the motor for a diesel or a SB 350 but I really like the sound of the motor so I did a search for performance 292 and came across this site.
My short term goal is to increase the power a bit and get some better fuel economy. Then later I would like to strap on a turbo for some good power, but nothing crazy. I don't like to buy things twice so I was hoping for a little direction from some experienced members.
I was thinking my first upgrade should be a Offenhauser intake and a 390 Holly carb. Then second upgrade would be a better flowing muffler. I was thinking about an MSD distributor with vac advance but I don't know the benefit from stock.
From there I would like to vet those bolt on lump things I've seen mentioned as well as some groovy engine covers etc. And finally the turbo, intercooler, BOV and boost retard timing of some sort.
If you don't mind, let me know some suggested parts/part numbers I should use or guidance.
Thanks
Dave
