iT SOUNDS LIKE IT'S OUT OF TIME
ARE THE PLUG WIRES ARE CROSSED ( ON WRONG )
Could use some more info such as, does it back fire under acceleration or deacceleration? Does it happen when the engine is cold or hot or warming up? Do you have any exhaust leaks?
The 1981 Chevy Malibu 350 engine thermostat is located on the front of the engine. You can follow the water supply hose from the radiator to the thermostat.
It's lean.
That usually means it's lean. Check all vacuum lines and gaskets for leaks.
The WHOLE engine was BLUE from the factory.
It's lean. Could be something plugged in the carb.
Who said it won't ? It will fit right in there with NO problems
what year is my 350 chevy engine K1201KRH
4,3,5,1,6,2 The firing order of a 1981 350 engine is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Chevy didn't make a 350 engine in 2001
SAE 10w30 any major brand.
There are no torque specs for a 350 Chevy. Follow the valve adjustment instructions in any repair manual for any small block Chevy.
Atk engines com or 350 Chevy engines com