They did not make a 400 sb Chevy in 1974. But from 1975 to 1980 they did and the answer to your question is 8.5:1 from 1975 to 1977 Then from 1977 to 1980 it was 8.3:1 ratio. That is Advertised compression ratio.
I may stand corrected on the date when I said they did not make a 400SB. But The info. I gave you was all I could find. NEUTZ.
Compression ratio on a 1974 Chevy 350 in a Nova was 8.5:1.
8.5 to 1 compression is factory stock.
8.5:1
YES.
Some of the engine's distinguishing features are 390 cubic inch with 9.6:1 compression ratio, four barrell carb @300 hphttp://www.hiperformer.com/featured_engines/for_390lb.html
No it will not, Not even close.
Depends on the engine and transmission
No it does not, Unless someone has MODIFYED it.
8.5:1 stock
That all depends on what engine is in it and the rear gear ratio.
A 10W-30 or 10W-40 should be fine.
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