SPE3881800 Elite Series Dart LS Next Cast Iron 388 ci. Short Block [1800 HP Rated]
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ATK ENGINESPART NUMBER: 059-SPE3881800

SPE3881800 Elite Series Dart LS Next Cast Iron 388 ci. Short Block [1800 HP Rated]

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388 ci.
Elite Series Elite Series Short Block
  • 388 ci. Displacement
  • 1800 HP Rating
  • Dart LS Next Cast Iron Block (4.125 in. Bore)
  • Billet Steel Crank (3.622 in. Stroke)
  • Forged 4340 I-Beam Rods
  • Forged 2618 Flat Top Pistons
  • Pro Seal Rings

    ATK Engines SPE3881800 Elite Series Short Block Features:

    • Dart LS Next SHP Skirted Block features a full skirt design with a priority main oiling system, steel four bolt main caps and accepts a 4 or 6 bolt cylinder head
    • Dart BILLET Crankshaft can handle over 2000 HP and outfitted with Center Counter Weights that adds material and strength to the center of the crank that counters the jump rope effect under high RPM and increased power
    • Manley Pro Series I Beam Rods are fully-machined billet and have a heavier beam for forced induction applications
    • JE Ultra Series Pistons include a thermal barrier crown coating, lateral gas ports, thick-wall wrist pins and a new forging technology for Massive Power and Boost right out of the box
    • JE Pro Steel Rings maximize horsepower through precision sealing of combustion pressure. This ring pack will have a carbon steel top ring for high boost applications
    • Calico Coated Bearings have a dry film lubricant to reduce friction and abrasive wear, provide intermittent dry lubrication and are not affected by dust or dirt
    • Suitable for a Single or Twin Turbo application

    ATK Engines SPE3881800 Elite Series Short Block Specs:

    • Compression Ratios with .051 in. Gasket:
      • 66 cc= 10.65:1 / 68 cc= 10.4:1 / 70 cc= 10.2:1
    • Bore: 4.125 in.
    • Stroke: 3.622 in.
    • Displacement: 388 ci.
    • Crankshaft: Dart Billet w/58 tooth reluctor wheel
    • Rods: Manley Pro Series I Beams 4340 Forged 6.125 in. w/ARP 2000 Bolts
    • Pistons: JE Ultra Flat Top 2618 Forged with Thermal Coating, Lateral Gas Ports, .200 in. Pin
    • Rings: JE Pro Seal with Carbon Steel Top Ring
    • Camshaft Bearings: Installed & Positioned to OEM Position
    • Freeze Plugs: Installed with Sealant
    • Oil Galley Plugs: Installed with Sealant

    ATK Engines SPE3881800 Recommended Components (Each Sold Separately):

    • Balancer Internally balanced
    • Flexplate Internally balanced
    • Head Gasket .051 in. Compressed Thickness
    • Melling Oil Pump 10296 with red spring
    • 20W50 NON-SYNTHETIC Oil for first 3000 miles

    Emissions Note:

    This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.

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  • Part TypeShort Block
    BrandATK ENGINES
    Package Height36.0
    Package Width36.0
    Package Length36.0
    Weight445.0 PG
    Part CategoryPerformance Parts
    Crankshaft MaterialBillet
    Cam Bearings IncludedYes
    AssembledYes
    Connecting Rod Beam StyleI-beam
    Engine Assembly StyleShort Block
    Part FitmentUniversal Fit
    Actual Engine Cid388
    Engine Stroke3.622 in (91.999 mm)
    Bore4.125 in (104.8 mm)
    Vendor Part NumberSPE3881800
    Package Qty1
    Package TypeEA
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