yes
The 305 "HO" was actually dropped after 1986. In '87, the base 305 TBI was rated at 170 hp, the 305 TPI was rated at 215 hp.
Yes, it came with the 4bbl 305 HO running at around 180hp The 8th digit will tell the engine. A "K" is a 5.0 liter 305.
180hp
No. Just a standard 305 with a 2 barrel carburetor.
The HO engine had higher compression, bigger intake valves, and a different cam. Also, it was painted black.
The 305 HO was the highest power version.
different pistons and cam, bigger intake valves.
Different pistons, bigger valves, different cam.
the 1986 Chevy truck 305 HO produced 180 hp
Around 150
Around 180
Not enough.