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Dec 30, 2002 | 11:13 AM

ZD75blue

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Big block

Hey guys... hope you all had a great Christmas...

I'm trying to find a cheap big block crate motor... all in the same sentance, i must be crazy :jester

I'm thinking about running with just the alternator (cheaper brackets :jester) No power steering, ac etc. Ok so maybe A/c.

What would i be looking at parts wise to assemble a 350-450hp motor, street driven, lotsa torque? Or where can i find something similar in crate motor form?

Thanks guys
ZD :cheers:

Dec 30, 2002 | 05:30 PM

ZD75blue

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Re: Big block (ZD75blue)

... no such thing as a cheap big block eh? :eek:

Dec 30, 2002 | 06:05 PM

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Re: Big block (ZD75blue)

Greatness never comes cheap. :D

Dec 30, 2002 | 06:10 PM

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Re: Big block (ZD75blue)

If you are only looking for 350-450 hp, why go through all the trouble and expense of going to a big block. That kind of power is very easy to make in a small block. Swapping a big block into a small block car can nickle and dime you a bit also.

To answer your question the Chevy H.O 454, puts out 425 hp and a lot more tq, close to 500 I think. They are around $3500.00

Dec 30, 2002 | 09:12 PM

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Re: Big block (ZD75blue)

If you really want to do it on a budget, pick up a wrecking yard 454, install a few hop-up parts, and go for it. You can find good running 454s around here for under $1k. Spend a few bucks on headers, intake, cam, etc, and build the beginnings of a monster.

I don't think you'll be able to put a new crate BB under the hood for under $5k with all the extra *stuff*.