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Is a 1977 Buick 350 the same as Chevy 350?

No, while they share the same basic displacement (350 cubic inches), a 1977 Buick 350 and a Chevrolet 350 small-block V8 are not the same engine. They have different internal components, including:

* Block casting: The engine blocks themselves are different castings. While the external dimensions might be similar, internal passages, bolt patterns, and other details will vary.

* Cylinder heads: Buick and Chevy heads are not interchangeable. They have different combustion chamber designs, valve angles, and bolt patterns.

* Intake Manifold: The intake manifold will be unique to the Buick 350.

* Other components: Other parts like the crankshaft, connecting rods, and oil pump are also different.

While some parts *might* be similar or even interchangeable (aftermarket parts, for example), the core engine is distinct and not directly swappable without significant modification.