rocker clearence problems
i have built a 383 stroker sbc. my problem is my aluminum heads have big *** springs and my rockers are rubbing on my spring retainers . idont have money to redo the springs , i have competition...
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antifreeze on my intake
OoI have a problem with my 65 c10 that hopefully you guys can help me with.I have my thermostat housing and thermostat off. Cause I need a new gasket and housing for my 2004 vortec 350.I just went...
View Article350 after firing on cold engine
Hey guys, I just recently built my first 350 and I am having a hard time figuring this out. after letting the truck sit all night and cold starting it, it idles fine but on light throttle application...
View ArticleProbe Engine kit from Coast High Perf.
I'm about to pull the trigger on this: 12340-SF-C406 - Chevy 406 Reverse Dome -15.0cc Street Fighter Engine Kit Anyone have experience with Probe or stuff from Coast high Performance? I've looked...
View Articleanybody running a aftermarket efi kit? do you like it?
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/FAST-3...Kit,52151.html Heres the link for the kit i was debating.....so my question is......is anybody running a aftermarket efi kit on their sbc? If so... do you like it...
View ArticleGood build or nay?
Well I have a 2 bolt main 350. This is a BUDGET build. Im planning on keeping it standard bore with 4 valve relief flat tops, either a set of 291 double humps or a set of 462's both have screw in studs...
View Article1992 350 tbi swap vortec
So Ive been told I need to swap out my 700r4 trans for a 4l60 or 4l80e to make this work Is it possible to reprogram my obd2 so I can keep my 700r4?
View Article509 block bored .030 over 406
I need ideas its going back into a mud bogger I need to make big torque would love some input! I have a scat forged crank on the way Scat Chevy 400 Forged Crank Super-Light Style | SCAT Store
View Articleself centering rockers & valve stem
I'm using Com Cams roller tip rockers self centering, do I need to worry about there location on the valve stem end? This is something I didn't worry about 10000 miles ago. Just wondering if this is...
View ArticleFlex plate/flywheel question
I have a rumble/vibration in my coupe once I am up to a certain highway speed it never goes away even upon putting the car in nuetral. The car has a 350 with a 350 trans in it. We noticed the other day...
View ArticleSonic testing Engine Block
Hi. I am planning to build a Chevy 496. I have read that the bores should be sonic tested to see if they can be bored out that far. (David Vizard's book) In looking for a reasonably priced ultrasonic...
View ArticleWake up the 350 in my Wrangler
I'm looking at doing heads and a cam for the TBI 350 in my Jeep. It's all stock (out of a 93 1500) except for some shorty headers. I've got it backed by a 700R4 and some 4.10's. What am I looking to...
View Articleanybody run a xr300hr in a 383??
My engine builder says he's thinking about using the comp cam xr300hr.. for my 500/500 build in a 383'... We have afr heads air gap intake quick fuel carburetor Not sure on compression just yet but...
View ArticleYour thoughts on sediment I found in my carb
Last fall I got the 327 SBC in my 62 Lark started and running. It was a new rebuild. Broke in the engine, but then noticed it seemed to be running a little rough. Was roughest between 2000- 3000 RPM....
View ArticleFord 400 Ignition Timing.
My nephew was given a 1978 Ford F-150 4x4 with a 400 engine. We know this engine came with dirt low compression ratio and retarded camshaft timing. We did a mechanical oil pressure check and found it...
View Article95 Silverado
I have a 95 single cab Chevy silverado with a crate 350 (TBI) and a 5 speed transmission, but my rev limiter is only at 3600! Why? What do I need to do to get it higher? The motor is a new crate 350...
View ArticleSerpentine setup for vortec
I need to look for all the accessories and serpentine setup.. I have the 880 casting block with vortec heads. Will any 80's-90's setup work? I am considering buying a full 350 engine from the JY for a...
View Article350 Chevrolet, HEI Distributor not lining up
I have a question about installing a HEI distributor, does it matter where #1 is on the cap? I brought the motor TDC on #1, but the distributor did not drop in at general area of #1 on the cap. The...
View ArticleBest method to adj.rlr.rockers w/motor on??
[B]Hi y'all, I was hoping to get some input concerning adjusting roller rockers while engine is idling!! I just installed a fresh set fo scorion 1.5 roller rockers on my 68 Chevelle SS396 clone. I...
View ArticleCam question
Hi my name is Francisco I am from Mexico and I just buy a 5.7 stock vortec from a 98 tahoe . I have a air gap intake manifold , 600 cfm edelbrook carb , and I order a set of valve springs for more lift...
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