Thread: Another newbie needing SBC 350 build help

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I stripped the block this weekend. Found my engine code and looked it up: 14093638 Small block V8 1987-95, 2 bolt main, roller or flat tappet cam, 1 piece rear main seal. I also investigated my transmission and it is a 700R4, will look at getting it refreshed.

I guess what I need help with now is what parts to get as far as cam, heads, lifters, rockers, and pistons. I'd like to go aluminum heads and a roller cam setup. I could also use a checklist to have for the machine shop. I scratched a piston while cleaning it :/ so I'll be looking for new pistons too. Not sure what size yet until I get the block checked out and possibly honed or bored. Was recommended flat heads to increase compression.

Any advice is appreciated!