1986 Parisienne eh!

[Parisienne86]

Hey guys, i just picked up a bone stock 86' Parisienne with the 305. I'm looking for some advice on putting a little pep in it's step! Just to be totally clear, the last thing i am trying to do is convert the car into a muscle car. I love the fact that its a quiet cruiser, but kinda want that sleeper too. I'm not a car guy and am in no way mechanical, so i'm hoping for some good tips from you guys. The only things i know i'll do for sure, is put in dual exhaust and a K&N air filter. I want the car stealth quiet though, no rumbling Flowmasters! Can anyone recommend super quiet mufflers? Anyways, if you guys can recommend some moderate upgrades to increase horsepower or modern parts to optimize performance that'd be awesome!

Thanks!

Joe

 

[melsg5]

Look at what www.summitracing.com offers for the small block Chevy

 

[cammerjeff]

Unfortunatly there is no quick and easy modes to wake up your 305. They can be made to run much better but it usually requires at least a cam and intake swap in addition to the mods you mentioned. Actually a rear gear change can really make a difference on these cars. Your car stock will have a rear gear ratio in the 2.42 to 2.73 range. Those ratios help highway gas mileage but limit acceleration on any car, not to mention a 4500lb car with only about 130 HP to push it.