RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-08-01 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I have a 402 that one of the computer dynos estimates about 375hp and 425 torque. I'm still only at 9.5 compression to keep it at pump gas operation. The engine runs, but the car is not yet mobile to put it on a real dyno to verify. I am using stock cast 454 heads from about 1973. Obviously afte

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread Larry Shouse
Thanks! - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2005 9:48 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build 1965-66 BBC cams must have a grooved rear bearing journal for correct oiling. 1967 and later BBC&#

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread Clint Hooper
1965-66 BBC cams must have a grooved rear bearing journal for correct oiling. 1967 and later BBC's didn't require this but it's mandatory for the 65-66 model BB engines. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/cli

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread Larry Shouse
hanks Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Tuesday, May 10, 2005 8:39 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build 1982 to 1986?? You got a link to those engines,Larry? Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread Clint Hooper
Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 11:11 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build Please don't take this wrong but building a bare block from scratch can easily be a budget buster,RJ. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread Larry Shouse
should I consider dropping a crate 396 in it? Any thoughts?   Thanks, Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 11:11 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread mike f
[EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On > Behalf Of RJ Winkler > Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 8:31 PM > To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' > Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build > > > > Do you know a good place to get heads? Im in ohio > and am

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-10 Thread Larry Shouse
etup, or should I consider dropping a crate 396 in it? Any thoughts?   Thanks, Larry Shouse - Original Message - From: Clint Hooper To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 11:11 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build Please don't take thi

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread Clint Hooper
Please don't take this wrong but building a bare block from scratch can easily be a budget buster,RJ. Clint HooperH&H Custom,owner1969 El Camino ProTourer2001 H-D FLHR custom baggerhttp://dalesplace.com/misc/friends/clint/clint_hooper.htm - Original Message - From: RJ Winkl

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread RJ Winkler
Clint Hooper Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 9:16 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing List Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build   Why not use the oval port heads on the engine,now? With a little freshening-up and a good valve job,they can easily support 350-400hp. You certainly don't need rectan

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread Clint Hooper
Why not use the oval port heads on the engine,now? With a little freshening-up and a good valve job,they can easily support 350-400hp. You certainly don't need rectangular port heads for a pure street car. If it were my 396",all I would do is add a good dual plane intake like an Edelbrock Pe

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread Larry Williams
2005 8:23 PMTo: Chevelle-list@chevelles.netSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build   In a message dated 5/9/2005 6:18:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hey guys,     I got my big block and its being machined for my 69.  I was

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread MICRLASER
In a message dated 5/9/2005 8:31:49 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Do you know a good place to get heads?  Im in ohio and am not really sure where to go or who to ask/buy from.  Thanks -RJ I used the ones that were on the core engine.  You should take a look in the Team Che

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread Dave Studly
recommend a good head for your setup.   -Dave     From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of RJ Winkler Sent: Monday, May 09, 2005 8:31 PM To: 'The Chevelle Mailing List' Subject: RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build   Do you know a good place to get hea

RE: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread RJ Winkler
: Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build   In a message dated 5/9/2005 6:18:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hey guys,     I got my big block and its being machined for my 69.  I was wondering what setups you guys choose if you’ve built a 396 and how much it cost

Re: [Chevelle-list] 396 Build

2005-05-09 Thread MICRLASER
In a message dated 5/9/2005 6:18:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hey guys,     I got my big block and its being machined for my 69.  I was wondering what setups you guys choose if youâve built a 396 and how much it cost.  Iâm looking for a street setup that makes