It still has the original 350 small block and TH350 automatic transmission, but he\u2019s gone and beefed the engine up with a 4 barrel carburetor and a dual exhaust, among other things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt\u2019s a lot like me. It works hard, plays hard, and is just a lot of fun.\u201d<\/p>Joe<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
On the exterior, Joe\u2019s added halo headlights and driving lights behind the grille to give it his own resto-mod take. The interior has received the resto-mod treatment as well with 2009 Corvette seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He\u2019s on the fence with a few upgrades for the future, such as a more aggressive cam, positraction rear end, and a tbi system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI would love to turn it into a true show quality car.\u201d<\/p>Joe<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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