Dan's Engine Buildup

Last Updated
12/31/09

Finally, there are enough parts to start assembling the engine.

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400 Block  bored .040 over, decked to 9" and Glyptal painted

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ARP studs installed, Crank in, clearances checked

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Crane Hyd Roller
222* and 230* @ .050        .509 and .528 Lift        112LSA

 

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Cam dial in

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Adjustable pushrod for determining the correct length

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Lite springs help with checking piston to valve
clearance and pushrod length

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The Keith Black pistons and the Scat 5.7" rods are in.    
I forgot how much fun spirolocks were to install. 

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Cam end-clearance checked and BHJ balancer installed.

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GM Roller lifters, retainers, and tray installed

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TFS Twisted Wedge heads bolted on and ARP bolts torqued

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Pushrods and Crane roller rockers in place.

 

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Edelbrock SY1 bolted in-place

 

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Throttle body lid and magnesium valve covers
check for fit, looks and clearance.

 

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Finally!!
The engine is on the test stand.

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