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350 4 Bolt Main block for free :)  
80ElCamino 80ElCamino
New User | Posts: 1 | Joined: 09/08
Posted: 09/29/08
07:31 PM

My dad recently picked me up 2 350 4 bolt main blocks so we can build them up.  i was wondering if you guys have any ideas for parts and where i should look.  i know im stickin with a 350 no 383, solid lifter cam. and ill keep with iron heads,  ive been looking at Jegs, PAW, Summit and a few others but i was wondering if you guys could help me make a parts list of crap i need to buy, heres what i got so far:

350 Crank
Iron Heads Complete maybe 68cc or 72cc not sure
Pistons
rods
solid lifter cam and parts
oil pan
valves
push rods

i know im missing alot but if you could guide me in the right directiojn that would be cool, im putting it in my 1980 el camino that has a 305 and a turbo 350 in it with 3:73 rear end.  Thanks in advanced.
Chris  


 
GibTG
Moderator | Posts: 1360 | Joined: 10/03
Posted: 09/29/08
09:00 PM

May I ask why you're set on iron heads? Do you want to purchase a new set of iron heads, or are you referring to using a OE production pair?

Depending on how wild you plan on building this engine a solid cam could be completely unnecessary as well - there is little to no difference in power between a solid and hydraulic cam if the engine will only want to rev to 5500 rpm.

It's nearly impossible to make a list of EVERYTHING that you will need. Take your time and purchase some of the smaller things as you need them. It's best to be in frequent contact with someone locally that has done this kind of stuff before - that surely isn't foolproof since you could be dealing with a bozo but it usually can't hurt, you may just want to verify advice elsewhere.

Starting with just a bare block and building around it can be a very expensive job - since you can't really re-use any OE parts you are going to be wanting to look for a packaged rotating assembly, a extensive rebuild kit with name-brand parts, and maybe even a top-end kit as well. It will help to eliminate some of the guessing of component selection and will definitely save money.  


 
SMOKESHOW
User | Posts: 104 | Joined: 09/08
Posted: 09/30/08
10:47 AM

I agree with Gib, buy a complete rotating assembly using quality parts.  Also an upgrade to a performance head is money well spent, as apposed to rebuilding stock pieces.  Unless you are building a top end screamer (doubtful with stock iron heads) there are a ton of quality hydraulic flat tappet cams out there that will fit the bill.  Look at Northern tool they will have most of what you need.  Complete gasket sets etc.  Do your homework and buy parts designed to work with each other and you will be rewarded with an engine that will perform as intended.  


 
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