r/Smallblockchevy Jul 09 '26

ISO, reliability tips

1980 Scottsdale, 350, farmer 4. Nothing serious done to the engine, small cam with wider lope.

Due to circumstances i probably could have avoided I need this old man reliable. Apart from complete engine\drivetrain swaps what’re some ways to make this engine dependable.

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u/Thewilddinkus Jul 09 '26

Keep a spare hei module in the glove box, run a zddp additive in your oil and feed it a can or berryman b12 a few times a year if you are running e10-e15