I have a 67 camaro and currently thinking about what engine to build for it. I want it to make about a good 4 - 500 horsepower, but have no idea who makes a strong good block. Also what kind of crank to run ? basiclly what kind of engine setup will produce that type of power?
2006-12-26 06:04:12 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Chevrolet
get a stroker crank to make a 383 ci, with the right heads and carb you will meet your goals easily , don't forget to use a good 4 bolt main block :)
2006-12-26 06:10:30 · answer #1 · answered by FordMan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest looking at crate motors. These crate motors are put together with parts combinations that are proven on an engine dyno. The manufacturers have already done the math to get the best combination for power and reliability.
The General Motors crate engines are a good place to start. If you are looking for over 500+ horsepower, I suggest a big block. The modifications required to get over 500 HP from a small block would cause it to not run very well on the street. The ZZ502 will give you the power you want at the RPM ranges you would expect to use on the street. Very good right out of the box, or can make even bigger power if modified.
The top GM street small block, the ZZ383, is a 383 cubic inch small block rated at 440 HP. Not the power numbers you are looking for.
Start by looking at the ZZ502. 502 cubic inches, 502 horsepower, 567 pounds of torque. GM Performance engines are built with all new parts and have a 12 month, 12,000 warranty. Complete engine built with all the good stuff, including intake manifold, water pump, valve covers,
Expect to pay between $7500 - $8100 depending if you want an un-assembled kit or completely assembled.
If money is no object, the ZZ572 will get you 620 HP, for about $13000. Or the ZZ572R will get you 720 HP, for about $14,630.
Another place to shop for engines it the Egine Factory Website. Lots of good Chevy engine choices here.
Your checkbook is your limit. Power costs money. How fast do you want to spend?
2006-12-26 14:34:34 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Jack 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Id buy a crate motor from GM. Maybe a 350, 383, 502, or even the 572. Theres all kinds of options.
2006-12-27 14:30:10 · answer #3 · answered by Urban Informer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it was my choice, a 350 4 bolt main block with steel crank,forged pistons with vortec heads ,a cam with mid-range up power .or you could buy a crate performance engine that`s rated at 400 hp thats ready to drop in from GM.
2006-12-26 14:18:39 · answer #4 · answered by deltech 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would keep it a small block, but with all the parts available these days, make it a stroker. It's easy to build over 400 cubes.
2006-12-26 14:09:06 · answer #5 · answered by done wrenching 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to summitracing.com and look at their crate motors,
u should first decide what kind of driving u intend to do,street,
street/strip,strip.build a nice small block that will last without
breaking the bank.
2006-12-29 23:17:06 · answer #6 · answered by allthrottlenobottle2000 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
BIG block, no replacement for displacement
2006-12-27 06:13:47 · answer #7 · answered by want2wild 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋