GEN V help
I just came across a really nice 454 gen v std bore ,,,,it has 14097088 ,,,,,im wanting to put on,,,I have a set of 2239n pistons 438 dome (closed chamberd),,The rods i have laying ...
Original post: GEN V help
Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:00:29 -0400
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Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:00:18 -0400
SBC .009 Main bearings
Anyone know if these are still available?, hate to grind the crank as it polished up nice and has no wear. rods are standard, this is the 3rd one I have had over the years, used to get bearings from GM but the fellow I talked to didnt have a clue, su...
Original post: SBC .009 Main bearings
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:01:34 -0400
lime green metallic used 12125
Find a collector car seller you trust.
Sellers could answer your issues promptly and completely and provide extra photos when requested. Inspect the car for clues of shoddy bodywork. It is helpful to bring a magnet to look for concealed plas...
Sellers could answer your issues promptly and completely and provide extra photos when requested. Inspect the car for clues of shoddy bodywork. It is helpful to bring a magnet to look for concealed plas...
Original post: lime green metallic used 12125
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:02:35 -0400
Be unique or stay with nostalgia?
I am finally getting the engine built.....I will hold it under wraps until I get it...A few people know who/ and what I decided to go with. I found a engine paint that would match my car, Pontiac Blue Metallic... I like the color and my car is Ice Bl...
Original post: Be unique or stay with nostalgia?
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Sun, 28 Jun 2009 13:00:28 -0400
Should I Change My Rear Main Seal
My '70 LS-5 has been sitting on the engine stand for about 9 years. I have the heads and timing cover off and should be buttoning it back up within the next few weeks. Before I put the engine back in the car, would you folks suggest that I swap ou...
Original post: Should I Change My Rear Main Seal
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:01:27 -0400
Exhaust prices
Looking for a place to hook up an exhaust, and I went back to the three main shops that are nearby. It has been a while since I priced a system, and was wondering if this sounds about right. I have my own mufflers (Dynomax Super Hemis) and just wan...
Original post: Exhaust prices
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:03:00 -0400
Piston specs and head gasket thicknesses
If a piston manufacturer specs; 10.2:1 with 118cc chamber, are they assuming that there is no added chamber volume from the head gasket? If so, when I add a 10cc head gasket volume am I looking at an effective 28cc chamber? :confused:...
Original post: Piston specs and head gasket thicknesses
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Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:00:06 -0400
Intake Manifold Gasket
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: JeraboaPost Time: 06-15-2009 at 12:00:48 AM...
Original post: Intake Manifold Gasket
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:01:28 -0400
Another Canfield 310 question.
Has anyone ever seen the cross sectional area of the intake ports in this head listed anywhere? Thanks for any help you can offer. Mike...
Original post: Another Canfield 310 question.
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:01:43 -0400
327 build- need advice heads and cam selection
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: KansasTwisterPost Time: 06-15-2009 at 02:56:14 AM...
Original post: 327 build- need advice heads and cam selection
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Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:04:56 -0400
Holley Help
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: 71 CamaroPost Time: 06-15-2009 at 05:50:08 PM...
Original post: Holley Help
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Sun, 21 Jun 2009 13:02:53 -0400
Here I go again with the heads
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: velozoPost Time: 06-16-2009 at 01:17:50 AM...
Original post: Here I go again with the heads
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Sat, 20 Jun 2009 13:00:12 -0400
Big Block Motorhome Engine in my 72 Chevelle???
My father pulled a 454 engine out of a motor home. The only numbers I could get from it right now are below 361959 GM10T B1877 I just pulled the small from the car to...
Original post: Big Block Motorhome Engine in my 72 Chevelle???
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Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:01:28 -0400
'75 Exhaust
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: MilkfootPost Time: 06-14-2009 at 07:24:58 PM...
Original post: '75 Exhaust
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Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:00:34 -0400
Vortec cam?
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: JerPost Time: 06-15-2009 at 09:46:00 PM...
Original post: Vortec cam?
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Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:00:51 -0400
SBC head gasket help
I am in the process of reinstalling my cylinder heads and I am having a heck of a time removing the gasket residue from my block. I believe that the previous gasket was from chevy for a corvette w/ aluminum heads and it was copper coated. The copper ...
Original post: SBC head gasket help
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Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:03:03 -0400
Knock
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: Jim StokkelandPost Time: 06-14-2009 at 08:55:40 PM...
Original post: Knock
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Mon, 15 Jun 2009 13:04:40 -0400
Sparkplug Boots too close to headers
I just installed a set of Flow Tech headers in my '72 Wagon. It has a 350 and man is #6 a mess to get to with the sparkplug boot. Anybody have any suggestions? It's been quite awhile since I've played with a small block but I don't recall having this...
Original post: Sparkplug Boots too close to headers
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Sun, 14 Jun 2009 13:00:09 -0400
SBC 400 flywheel
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: leesrPost Time: 05-26-2009 at 03:19:25 PM...
Original post: SBC 400 flywheel
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Sat, 13 Jun 2009 13:00:09 -0400
how do you install cam brgs.
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: grasmoPost Time: 05-27-2009 at 07:47:02 AM...
Original post: how do you install cam brgs.
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Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:03:15 -0400
Timing Cluster-f!@%
The car is running right now but is missing badly. I'm not 100% sure that the timing is at fault, but something is definitely amiss. Any time I try to start from scratch and follow standard procedure for setting initial timing, the motor won't star...
Original post: Timing Cluster-f!@%
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Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:01:43 -0400
heads for a 383
First off I have 2 69 chevells. My sister has a 69 camaro. I bult a 383 years ago for her car. It is an old school short rod motor. The cam is a crane hmv278. 278/290 advertised, 222/234 @.050 467/494 lift. TRW L2256 flat tops with 4 balve reliefs. I...
Original post: heads for a 383
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Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:00:04 -0400
Distributor options for EFI
Hey every i am new around here and have a question for you guys. I have a 461 bbc that i recently picked up an old enderle injection manifold converted to EFI. The ECU and harness is from FAST circa 1999-2000. Its made by speed pro. The guy I bought ...
Original post: Distributor options for EFI
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Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:02:00 -0400
Polishing Vortec head cc's - did I just screw up???
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: 81projectPost Time: 05-26-2009 at 04:28:49 PM...
Original post: Polishing Vortec head cc's - did I just screw up???
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:00:14 -0400
Short block/ Engine Builders?
Wanted to know if anyone had use these different Engine builders shortblock assemblers before or heard anything. I know about Mark Jones VortechPro (good things heard and read): But what about these guys: 1.Nyes Automotive ? 2.Cnc-Motorsports? 3.Whe...
Original post: Short block/ Engine Builders?
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Sun, 07 Jun 2009 13:01:38 -0400
Exhaust - Need some help, please
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: Rich_NEPAPost Time: 05-27-2009 at 03:12:45 PM...
Original post: Exhaust - Need some help, please
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Sat, 06 Jun 2009 13:00:34 -0400
BBC oil sending unit thread size
Does anybody know the NPT thread size of the BBC oil sending location? You know, the one just above the oil filter boss on the side of engine that the brass fitting for...
Original post: BBC oil sending unit thread size
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Fri, 05 Jun 2009 13:01:39 -0400
Alternator bushing - Lower for 67
My alternator needs a bushing in the boss on the lower connection to make it align properly. Don't know if my original had one in it or not but you can definately rock it around with just the bolt in it. Tried shimming it up to help but this does no ...
Original post: Alternator bushing - Lower for 67
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Thu, 04 Jun 2009 13:03:03 -0400
What type of gas for 10.9:1 CR?
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: YoungCamaroPost Time: 05-26-2009 at 05:49:15 PM...
Original post: What type of gas for 10.9:1 CR?
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Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:01:30 -0400
violet red 30942
When you put together your budget, be sure to transportation costs plus another thirteen percent of the final price to mend the puny things that you are going to discover after you return. The doors are in great condition, and the rear view mirror si...
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Tue, 02 Jun 2009 13:02:38 -0400
Engine knock
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: 77RSPost Time: 05-27-2009 at 08:42:36 PM...
Original post: Engine knock
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:05:14 -0400
big end fuel pumps ???
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: ZZTOPPost Time: 05-28-2009 at 07:42:18 AM...
Original post: big end fuel pumps ???
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Sun, 31 May 2009 13:01:51 -0400
engine smokes while choked , normal?
If I start up my car and let it run on it's own w/o me clearing it out, the motor seems like it is loading up a little bit. Smokes a little bit and smells rich until choke opens up some. The motor is a new 408 (about 800 miles on motor) w/ a 750 ho...
Original post: engine smokes while choked , normal?
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Sat, 30 May 2009 13:01:09 -0400
Remote Power Steering Mounting ???
Good afternoon all, Possibly wrong forum, I think I may have my remote PS pump upside down. It's so tight I do not have the needed outward adjustment to make the large hose to the remote fill can fit without a major kink. It currently is mounted to...
Original post: Remote Power Steering Mounting ???
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Fri, 29 May 2009 13:00:06 -0400
Holley carb Setting
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: TCB '78Post Time: 05-28-2009 at 01:16:43 PM...
Original post: Holley carb Setting
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Thu, 28 May 2009 13:08:03 -0400
LS6 Timing
I have a LS6 crate engine code XAA. 750 Holley, vac advance HEI, 4 speed. What would be a good setting for inital ? Had it set at 8* bumped it to 12* my ear te...
Original post: LS6 Timing
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Wed, 27 May 2009 13:01:48 -0400
pink 64446
If a seller does not answer your questions directly or doesn't answer in a reasonable amount of time, then you should keep searching. Always arrange to test drive the car if at all possible. Make an effort to to go early in the day before the selle...
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Tue, 26 May 2009 13:02:38 -0400
Opinions on #820 Heads
Was wondering what opinions yall might have on a set of #820 casting ? I am considering bolting them up to a 454 flat top motor....
Original post: Opinions on #820 Heads
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Mon, 25 May 2009 13:00:18 -0400
car floods at idle
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: transammanPost Time: 05-10-2009 at 12:19:42 PM...
Original post: car floods at idle
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Sun, 24 May 2009 13:00:58 -0400
Holley 80457 600cfm???
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: 1979rallysportPost Time: 05-09-2009 at 01:48:10 PM...
Original post: Holley 80457 600cfm???
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Sat, 23 May 2009 13:03:17 -0400
BBC Headers suggestions for 66 Chevelle
I have a 66 Chevelle with a 454 and the that are currently on it are horrible for accessing the spark plugs. Does anyone have a suggestion for headers that fit this model and hav...
Original post: BBC Headers suggestions for 66 Chevelle
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Fri, 22 May 2009 13:00:22 -0400
What would you do?
Alright, I am in the proccess of rebuilding an old 350. So far it has been given new piston rings, and boered 40 over. I didn't stroke it for 2 reasons. 1. its only a 2 bolt main 2. its not even going in a car. This
Original post: Flowtech headers,68-72 bbc
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Wed, 20 May 2009 13:02:21 -0400
spark plugs
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: buckracer24Post Time: 05-08-2009 at 11:05:54 PM...
Original post: spark plugs
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Tue, 19 May 2009 13:03:18 -0400
781 heads
I have seen a few people very happy with 781 BBC heads can someone tell me why these are so great. I may pick up a set for my 454 build, or should i get 049's? This will be a pan 14103141 will work on @ '70 Chevelle?...
Original post: LS-6 Oil Pan
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Sat, 16 May 2009 13:00:56 -0400
Engine stumbles with rapid throttle???
Forum: Engine TopicPosted By: Burnout1121Post Time: 05-09-2009 at 04:49:15 PM...
Original post: Engine stumbles with rapid throttle???
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Fri, 15 May 2009 13:00:08 -0400
Electric fuel pump/filter question (long)
Hello folks ,I am installing a fuel cell, electric fuel pump in my 74 c-10. I originally orered a Summit 130 gal (14 psi) pump, but I think I am going to return it and get the Edelbrock pump instead. The reason being that I think the Summit pump flow...
Original post: Electric fuel pump/filter question (long)
Technorati tag: Chevy Engine Forum Discussions
Thu, 14 May 2009 13:00:24 -0400
Good price for heads??
I'm looking at some 454 . What do you guys think about the price? Also, tell me what the benifit of using these would be for my engine. THanks! 1970-1973 454 H...
Original post: Good price for heads??
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