Thread: crate blocks
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12-08-2005 07:20 AM #10
Check out the HT-383 from http://www.speedomotive.com
New 4-bolt short block all machined, blueprinted, assembled with high nod crank, forged rods and forged 9:1 pistons for 2395.00, or the cheaper budget master 383 short block upgraded to 4-bolt mains and hypereutectic pistons for about 1900.00 (not comfortable using 2-bolt mains on a stroker myself).
Finish it off however you want.
I have not been able to find a decent donor block that could be clearanced, blueprinted, and assembled with a good rotating assembly for less than the above.
I'll be going with their HT-383 short block and adding Vortec heads with Comp Cam & springs. No matter how you slice, once you have added push rods, rockers, pumps, etc. it is a $4-5k endeavor once it is ready to drop in with headers and induction.
I saw last night on fb about John. The world sure lost a great one. I'm going to miss his humor, advice, and perspective from another portion of the world. Rest in Peace Johnboy.
John Norton aka johnboy