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big stroker
im looking to up the cubes on my 85 l98, and im a go big or go home type of guy. i want to try something like this... http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SC...I/?image=large . i know that this is going to require alot of work, but can anyone tell me what else ill probably need to replace, and/or if this block can even take the kind of power that will produce.
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http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SCA-1-40900BI/
but relatively expensive and requires more grinding work on the block for clearance which is why everybody builds 383's
A 383 can be built for $300 more than rebuilding a 350.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SCA-1-40610-1/
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im looking to up the cubes on my 85 l98, and im a go big or go home type of guy. i want to try something like this... http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SC...I/?image=large . i know that this is going to require alot of work, but can anyone tell me what else ill probably need to replace, and/or if this block can even take the kind of power that will produce.
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I agree with CFI-EFI, HUH??? Do not drink and post...
I run a 408 (4" stroke), and have built multiple 421s (4.125" stroke) in the factory blocks. And while it can be done, it requires higher end rods (i.e. Oliver's, my preference), which really places these builds out of most people's budgets.
Most would be satisfied with a nice 383 build...
I run a 408 (4" stroke), and have built multiple 421s (4.125" stroke) in the factory blocks. And while it can be done, it requires higher end rods (i.e. Oliver's, my preference), which really places these builds out of most people's budgets.
Most would be satisfied with a nice 383 build...
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remove material from the bottom of the cranks rod journal, keeping the journal round, thus making a smaller diameter crank journal, and needing a smaller rod journal to make up the difference.
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As to your original comment, I think it would have been easier to understand if it was stated as the journal diameter begins to become quite small (vs the rod journals getting narrow).
I was just funning with ya!
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You can use a 4.00" stroke X 4.030" bore and make a 408.2 or 409 ( NHRA rules) depending on how you want to look at it. I have done several along with Aaron (AKS Racing). The geometry is the same as a 434. It is a proven engine combo, but you should use good parts (expensive). It all depends on how much money you want to throw at it. 383's can be built for dirt cheap.
A 4.125" stroke is a whole different deal.
A 4.125" stroke is a whole different deal.
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Your friends probably think you are talikng about a big block 454.. TPI 421 Vette and AKS both have bigger inch sbc's in their cars. TPI 421 vette is a 450 c.i. (if I recall correctly). The aftermarket blocks (sbc) are capable of big c.i. and will fit the standard motor mount locations. As everyone has said the parts list will be pricey. If you're willing to go that far you may want to consider a complete custom instal. Then the sky would be the limit.....a basic 572 bbc, or maybe a Sonny Leonard 980 c.i. or ??
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im looking for something slightly more streetable than a 2100 hp 89000 dollar engine, but thanks for giving me something else to drool abt