Blueprint Engines Small Block Chevy 396ci Stroker Base Engine 491 HP/509 TQ
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Engine Break-In Procedure
Use or break-in oil or conventional (non-synthetic) multi-viscosity oil with zinc additive for the first 500 miles of operation. Avoid hard acceleration for sustained periods. Periodically change the engine speed while driving to help seat the rings. While the engine is running, be sure to check oil pressure and coolant temperature, and check for fluid leaks, such as oil, transmission fluid, fuel, and coolant/antifreeze. Also listen for any unusual sounds. Should you hear an unusual sound, shut the engine off, check for the source, and correct it.
Engines with flat tappet cams only - Start the engine and bring it to 2,000 RPM. Get the engine running smoothly. Then vary the engine speed from 1,800-2,200 RPM in a slow acceleration/deceleration cycle for 30 minutes. This is necessary to provide adequate oil splash and lifter rotation to properly mate each lifter to its lobe.
At 500 Miles change the engine oil and filter using conventional (non-synthetic) oil. After 6,000 miles, synthetic oils can be used in your engine. For flat tappet cam engines, continued use of oil with zinc or a zinc additive for the life of your engine is recommended.
Specifications:
Will this motor bolt into my 1984 Chevy C10 pickup? Also, will there be anything I would need to change?
What harmonic balancer should be used?
What is the bore and stroke. Is it a flat top piston or dome, how are you coming up with 396 is my main question, 400 crank? Block clearanced for stoker application
What are the internal specs, flat top pistons, is anything internal forged?
Will this mount to a 700R4 transmission? Was going to order the TCI Streetfighter Transmission Package GM 1984-93 GM 700R4 Part Number: 890-371000P1 Thanks in advance!
I will use a Edelbrock RPM Air Gap intake, What Make and Part number intake gasket would I use?
What are the specs on the camshaft? Specifically LSA and duration at .050 lift
What stall converter should be used
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