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PKRWUD · 03-07-2002, 11:12 PM

The 289 is much more than just 13 cubes smaller, IMHO. I would take a 289 for a 1/4 mile engine anyday over a 302. Stroke is where it's at, folks.I can't say that the 289 necessarily has a higher redline, but it reaches it quicker. The 289 heads had smaller combustion chambers, too.

Just my nickel

Take care,
-Chris

03-07-2002, 11:12 PM	#7
PKRWUD Junior Member Join Date: Mar 1999 Location: Ventura, California Posts: 8,981	The 289 is much more than just 13 cubes smaller, IMHO. I would take a 289 for a 1/4 mile engine anyday over a 302. Stroke is where it's at, folks.I can't say that the 289 necessarily has a higher redline, but it reaches it quicker. The 289 heads had smaller combustion chambers, too. Just my nickel Take care, -Chris __________________ Webmaster: Rice Haters Club Jim Porter Racing Peckerwoods Pit Stop Support Your Local RED & WHITE!