Need engine builder recommendations

[JoeliusZ28]

Sounds like you need to build a 383.

I was thinking 396 actually

[DanDalessandro]

414 or go home [emoji14]

Sent from my Galaxy S6.

[MRose]

I was thinking 396 actually

I considered it briefly. 383 parts are more common and the increase in cubes just isn't that much.

[JoeliusZ28]

I considered it briefly. 383 parts are more common and the increase in cubes just isn't that much.

I barely researched it to be honest, but was looking at getting the scat 4340 complete rotating assembly.

[MRose]

I barely researched it to be honest, but was looking at getting the scat 4340 complete rotating assembly.

The SCAT rods seem well regarded (the 6" pro comps with 7/16 hardware). The forged crank seems like overkill unless you've got some power adder plans.

[JoeliusZ28]

The SCAT rods seem well regarded (the 6" pro comps with 7/16 hardware). The forged crank seems like overkill unless you've got some power adder plans.

No plans for power-adders really. Just want to be able to rev it and not worry about stressing anything. My spare engine had a spun bearing so im assuming the stock crank is junk.... may as well go big with the replacement.

http://www.twperformanceparts.com/in...roduct_id=4136

[MRose]

No plans for power-adders really. Just want to be able to rev it and not worry about stressing anything. My spare engine had a spun bearing so im assuming the stock crank is junk.... may as well go big with the replacement.

http://www.twperformanceparts.com/in...roduct_id=4136

I went with I beams, they seemed to have superior clearance and reviews.

SCAT 9000 cast 3.75 crank
SCAT 6" pro comp I beams w/ 7/16 hardware
Mahle forged flat tops with 5cc valve reliefs

Trying to keep the revs down and the cam milder, I do a lot of city driving and want to DD it.

[JoeliusZ28]

Interesting and noted. i was going purely from an article i read waiting at an airport: http://www.superchevy.com/how-to/eng...-a-396-gen-ii/

I'd suggest an AI 230/238 would probably be perfect for your goals. Im running the baby brother 226/234 in my 350 now and couldnt be happier with it. torque peaks by 2400 rpm and carries all the way to redline.

[MRose]

I had a lengthy talk with lloyd Elliot and settled on the 234/242 on 110lsa. That'll help keep the dynamic CR down and keep in mind the cam acts a bit smaller on the bigger engine.

Ill also most likely be running 24x 411 ecu

[JoeliusZ28]

thats going to run very well. probably all the same driving characteristics as my 350, just more power.

I also have the 24x / 411 stuff sitting on the shelf for whenever i decide to get my ass in gear on this project.

[MRose]

thats going to run very well. probably all the same driving characteristics as my 350, just more power.

I also have the 24x / 411 stuff sitting on the shelf for whenever i decide to get my ass in gear on this project.

You want to sell that 24x stuff?

[JoeliusZ28]

Sorry... plan to use it when i tear the car down and rebuild the driveline. Its been on my shelf for 4 years i thought the opti would have quit by now!

[MRose]

Sorry... plan to use it when i tear the car down and rebuild the driveline. Its been on my shelf for 4 years i thought the opti would have quit by now!

Yeah I'm torn between OBD1 swap, Jet DST on the 96 ecu or 24x

[JoeliusZ28]

Ive had great luck with OBD1. But I truly believe luck is a key word in that statement, id go with 24x in a heartbeat if the funding is there.

[MRose]

@MRose The info i have (may be outdated): Dave Harmon: 248-778-8133

Also if you dont mind im curious what he quotes you, ive got a spare block in the garage im thinking about building.

These prices assume he's just building the shortblock and I've already torn the block down:

$600 block labor
clean, remove freeze plugs, magnaflux, check line bore
bore, hone, deck, install cam bearings & freeze plugs
+$50 for tq plate hone

$150 stroker clearance

$250 to balance rotating assy

$500 to assemble short block, includes ring filing & cam degree