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- Blueprint Crate Engines Small Block Chevy 383ci / 436HP / 455TQ
Blueprint Engines are a great choice for drivable and reliable high-performance engines. All rotating assemblies are balanced within 2 grams on a computerized balancer. Blueprint Engines are dyno tested and include dyno sheets.
Best of all they feature a 30 month/50,000 mile warranty.
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Recommended Stall Converter: 2000-2400 rpm
Recommended Fuel: 91 Octane
Block:
- Brand New Blueprint cast iron 4-bolt main block
- 1-piece rear main seal
- Square and parallel decked
- Align honed main bearing bore
- Cylinders are sonic tested for thickness
- Cylinders honed on a computer controlled machine to within .0002'' straightness and roundness
Rotating Assembly: - External balance front /external balance rear
- Cast steel crankshaft - 3.75'' stroke (1 piece rear main seal)
- 5.70'' connecting rods
- Hypereutectic pistons; 10.0:1 Compression
- Hastings moly piston rings
- Melling high volume oil pump
- Heavy duty timing set
Cylinder Heads: - Blueprint aluminum cylinder heads p/n 138-H8002K
- 195cc intake runners
- 64cc combustion chamber
- 2.02'' swirl polished intake valves
- 1.60'' swirl polished exhaust valves
- Straight spark plug
Camshaft Specs: - Type: Roller
- Duration @ .050'' Lift: 230 Intake / 236 Exhaust
- Lift: .544'' Intake / .555'' Exhaust
- 110° lobe separation using 1.5 ratio rockers
Other Features: - New chrome valve covers
- New chrome timing cover
- New oil pan
- Brass freeze plugs
- Intake Manifold (Dress engines only): dual plane satin aluminum - non-airgap
- Holley 750cfm Carburetor or Holley Sniper EFI (Dress engine only)
- HEI distributor (Dress engine only)
Notes: - This engine will not work for applications requiring EGR.
- Recommended Oil For Your BluePrint Crate Engine: 10W30, Non-Synthetic.
Your BluePrint engine was dyno tested with the parts and specifications listed below. If you prefer to install a different part, your engine may not produce the horsepower recorded on your dyno sheet.
- Fuel Delivery Type: Carbureted Engine - Holley 750cfm, Manual choke; Fuel Injected Engine - HolleySniper EFI
- Spark Plug: Champion 792
- Spark Plug Gap: .045
- Harmonic Balancer: 400ci weighted - 8" diameter
- Flexplate/Flywheel: Late 350 weighted
- Fuel Recommendation: 91 Octane
- Timing (Initial/Total Advance): Initial timing - 10-16° and Total timing 32-34°
- Firing Order: 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
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What Are The Top Blueprint Small Block Chevy 383ci / 436HP / 455TQ Crate Engine Options?
There are several different levels of Blueprint 383 small block Chevy crate engines available. The most popular option is the 383 CID carbureted "dress" engine. This engine includes an intake manifold, carburetor, and ignition distributor. In second place is the "deluxe dressed stroker crate engine". This engine includes an intake manifold, carburetor, ignition distributor, air cleaner, spark plugs, spark plug wires, water pump, harmonic balancer, fuel pump, and fuel pump-to-carburetor line. Rounding out the top three engine options is the base 383 engine. This option allows you to customize the external components for the engine.
How Much Do Blueprint Small Block Chevy 383ci / 436HP / 455TQ Crate Engines Cost?
Blueprint 383 high performance Chevy engines for sale start at just over $5,000 for the base engine and extend to over $6,500 for the fuel-injected dress engine.
What Are The Main Benefits of the Blueprint Small Block Chevy 383ci / 436HP / 455TQ Crate Engine?
With just under 440 horsepower, these engines pack a mean punch in street and high performance vehicles. All 383 Chevy crate motors offered by Blueprint Engines include dyno sheets to confirm high-quality testing has been completed. In addition, each engine includes a 30 month/50,000 mile warranty for peace of mind.
How To Install A Blueprint Crate Engines Small Block Chevy 383ci / 436HP / 455TQ
The steps for installing the Blueprint 383 crate engine will vary, depending on the vehicle and engine package. It is important to follow the included instructions for proper installation. However, in most applications, the first step is assembling all exterior engine components that are easier to install outside of the vehicle. Example parts include the intake manifold, drive belt pulleys, water pump, oil filter, dipstick, thermostat and housing, spark plugs, wires, and motor mounts. Next, the engine is lowered into the chassis and connected to the matching frame mounts. The transmission and drivetrain can then be bolted to the engine, as well as the exhaust system, cooling system, ignition system, fuel system, air filter / intake, plumbing, and any remaining components. Once all work is double-checked and fluids at proper level, the engine can be started. Immediately after starting, the ignition timing and idle speed will need to be adjusted as well as careful monitoring of the vehicle gauges for proper oil pressure and water temperature. Installation is then complete.