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Forged Short Block Crate Engine Assembly [Small Block Chrysler 408 ci]
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Forged Short Block Crate Engine Assembly [Small Block Chrysler 408 ci]

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Chrysler Small Block
Forged Short Block Crate Engine Assembly
  • Small Block Chrysler 408 ci
  • Cast Steel Crank
  • Forged 23 cc Dish Piston
  • 4340 Forged 6.123 in. Connecting Rods
  • Magnum 2-Bolt Main

    Block

    • Seasoned 2-Bolt Main
    • .040 in. overbore
    • 2-piece rear main seal
    • Mechanical fuel pump provisions
    • Square and parallel decked
    • Align honed main bearing bore
    • Cylinders honed on a computer-controlled machine to within .0002 in. straightness and roundness
    • Sonic tested cylinders for thickness

    Rotating Assembly

    • Cast steel crankshaft with 4 in. stroke
    • Forged 6.123 in. Magnum connecting rods with 150,000 psi bolts
    • Forged pistons with a 23 cc Dish 
    • Compression Ratio
      • 58 cc Heads - 10.3:1
      • 65 cc Heads - 9.7:1
      • 68 cc Heads - 9.4:1
    • Externally balanced rotating assembly balanced

    Notes

    • Requires a Magnum 360 weighted balancer and a LA360 rear balance
    • Block oils valvetrain through the pushrods only
    • Accepts LA, Magnum based, and aftermarket heads that use pushrod oiling and pushrod oiling accommodating rockers and valvetrain
    • Not for use in emission or pollution controlled vehicles
    • 12-month warranty
    • Durable Assembled Short Blocks for High-Performance Engine Builds

      Blueprint Engines, Forged Short Block engines are the foundation for your next high-performance engine build.  These Chevy short block engines are square and parallel decked. Engines are balanced to within 2 grams, have align-honed main bearing bores, and computer-honed cylinders to .0002 in. for straightness. Whether your next project is a race car, hot rod, or truck, with over 20 years in the high-performance engine business. You can trust Blueprint Engines, Forged Short Block engines will supply you with the horsepower you are looking for!

    Part TypeEngine Short Block
    Product LineBlueprint Engines Forged Steel Crankshaft Short Block Assemblies
    BrandBLUEPRINT ENGINES
    Package Height27.0
    Package Width30.0
    Package Length38.0
    Weight400.0 PG
    Part CategoryPerformance Parts
    Crankshaft MaterialCast steel
    Engine Block MaterialCast iron
    Air Cleaner IncludedNo
    Connecting Rod MaterialForged 4340 steel
    Harmonic Balancer IncludedNo
    QuantitySold individually
    Flexplate IncludedNo
    AssembledYes
    Main Bolt Style2-bolt
    Flywheel IncludedNo
    Engine BalanceExternal
    Assembly Lubricant IncludedNo
    Camshaft IncludedNo
    Rear Main Seal Style2-piece
    Short Block Piston StyleDish
    Piston MaterialForged aluminum
    Oil Pan IncludedNo
    Actual Engine Cid408
    Timing Cover IncludedNo
    Engine Stroke4 in (101.6 mm)
    Bore4.04 in (102.6 mm)
    Package Qty1
    Package TypeEA
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