327 Crate Engine???
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Racer
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From: Columbus Ga.
327 Crate Engine???
I have a 64 Corvette and I'm considering building a 327 from block up or try and find a good 327 crate motor. Any suggestions from anyone? I've had the car for several years and have three different 350's in it and now looking to go with a 327. Any input appreciated.
Burning Brakes
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Try these guys they have 327 stuff. http://www.pawinc.com/
http://www.speedomotive.com/ps-150-6...ort-block.aspx
http://www.speedomotive.com/ps-150-6...ort-block.aspx
Last edited by Injected Stingray; Mar 13, 2007 at 09:29 PM.
Pro
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From: Grapevine Texas
nice 327
I bought a complete long block from these guys a few years ago. I have never checked the numbers, but I just assumed it wasn't an original corvette block. The pad had been decked and I have left it blank. It has around 4K miles on it so far and runs smooth.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...QQcmdZViewItem
Melting Slicks
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From: Boston MA
Burning Brakes
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I bought a complete long block from these guys a few years ago. I have never checked the numbers, but I just assumed it wasn't an original corvette block. The pad had been decked and I have left it blank. It has around 4K miles on it so far and runs smooth.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...QQcmdZViewItem
Cartoon Character
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From: Can't be more than 114... Arizona
This guy is quite a character but he makes some wicked strong engines:
http://chevystreetperformance.com/327_375_carb.htm
The videos are really nifty, check out some of the wild cams in the really high powered engines!
All of his engines are turn key drop ins, I am going to buy my 383 here...
Go to the bottom of the page and click "Engine Live Run Windows Media" for the run, I love it!
http://chevystreetperformance.com/327_375_carb.htm
The videos are really nifty, check out some of the wild cams in the really high powered engines!
All of his engines are turn key drop ins, I am going to buy my 383 here...Go to the bottom of the page and click "Engine Live Run Windows Media" for the run, I love it!
Pro
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From: Austin Tx
327
I bought a complete long block from these guys a few years ago. I have never checked the numbers, but I just assumed it wasn't an original corvette block. The pad had been decked and I have left it blank. It has around 4K miles on it so far and runs smooth.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...QQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/CHEVY...QQcmdZViewItem
Last edited by Sundevil64; Mar 14, 2007 at 08:28 AM. Reason: add
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Drifting
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I have a 64 Corvette and I'm considering building a 327 from block up or try and find a good 327 crate motor. Any suggestions from anyone? I've had the car for several years and have three different 350's in it and now looking to go with a 327. Any input appreciated.
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Racer
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From: Columbus Ga.
Thanks for your replys and web sites. I guess I need to decide which option to choose. One friend of mind says build a 327, my brother who likes drag racing says build a 383. Since its not totally orginal I guess as long as its a small block and got plenty of power either one will do. Thanks again.
Drifting
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Thanks for your replys and web sites. I guess I need to decide which option to choose. One friend of mind says build a 327, my brother who likes drag racing says build a 383. Since its not totally orginal I guess as long as its a small block and got plenty of power either one will do. Thanks again.
Go with a 383.
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Racer
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From: Columbus Ga.
Thanks, I may go with the 383. My brother had a drag car 78 malibou a few months ago with a 383 and we took it down some country roads it was set up strictley for drag racing. I've driven many muscle cars and this car was super fast. Would almost raise the front wheels. Will let ya'll know.
Burning Brakes
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From: Round Rock Texas
I would NOT recommend using Phoenix Engine Rebuilders. They built my 327. They said 6 weeks build time, I started calling after 9 weeks. After 10 weeks they wouldnt return my calls. The owner recommended roller rockers and charged me for them. The motor arrived without rollers and he claims the extra fee was a core charge! They were very friendly until my credit card was charged!
