10-19-2024, 04:34 PM | #1 |
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350 to 454 questions
I got a few questions it comes to swapping from a small block to a big block…
I ran into a pretty sweet deal I jumped on over the weekend. 1 year old never been ran big block 468, all new parts, forged internals, roller cam, edlebrock performance heads, Holley carb, performer intake, arp fasteners, oil pan and timing chain cover. I spent like 3500 all in. I’m new to messing with engines so I’m lost on ordering rods and rockers, looking for advice. Other questions are how straight forward is the swap? I know motors are supposed to be the same. I’m aware of exhaust being different. What can I use off the front pulley system? Different radiator? Tranny is a 700r4 I had beefed up for future endeavors like this. Rear end is Yukon 3.73 posi unit. I’m sure I’m missing a lot of info yall might need to help a little more so just ask away. TIA Heads Edelbrock Performer RPM454-R Cam- comp cams 11-771-8 Carb- 750 Holley street hp 0-82751 Intake-Edelbrock performer 7562 Lifters 819-16 Pistons - SRP big block Chevy 212136 |
10-20-2024, 09:21 PM | #2 |
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Re: 350 to 454 questions
You have to get big block brackets for the front pulley system. You can reuse the alt, p/s pump and the AC compressor--none of the brackets. You can reuse the distributor, motor mounts. You'll need a new transmission soon after you install the 468. You will need a 4 core radiator. It will bolt in to the same spot though. I did do this last year, don't want to do another---I'm getting too damn old
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10-21-2024, 10:04 AM | #4 |
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Is this motor all togethor ready to run or just a bunch of parts?
Have you done a cam break in before? |
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Roller cam should be ok
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I've had a 454/700 combo for 7 years and not sure how long it was together when I got it.
But I drive it like a 454/700
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It will now that I've said so..
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But is it actually a roller cam?
Some people assume because it has roller rockers that it is a roller cam too. And no matter what cam is used, a normal break in should be done. The cam gets lubed by oil splash. Not to mention piston skirts etc. |
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10-21-2024, 03:03 PM | #12 |
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Do you have a pic of this motor?
What do you have for tools and equipment? You’ll need a torque wrench and likely an engine stand. A full inspection might be needed. |
10-21-2024, 05:47 PM | #13 |
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I got everything I need for tools, the motors literally the only thing I haven’t done on the truck since building it. The motor sit on an engine stand right now, but I plan on buying a different one because one of the wheels is janky. I’ll post a picture of the motor when I get back to the house for the day. I had in my mind to probably take the heads off and the whole pan just so I could see what I’m working with. He did list the parts that were in the motor, but I haven’t put eyes on it yet as far as Pistons go. I don’t know how thick the head gasket are.
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Here is a couple photos of the engine just as I picked it up.
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I was hoping to see the lifters.
And a pic of the front of the motor. |
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Here you go.
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Yup!
Roller rockers. Not a tall deck. I’d pull the heads and pan to check stuff. |
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Pulling the pan and heads are next on my list. I was told all the internals were forged but I’ll check for peace of mind. Does it matter on the ratio for the rockers (1.7/1.8)? I’d assume I’ll need to get rockers in order to measure for the push rod length? I’m still on the fence about the vacuum issue with the larger lift cam too.
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Don’t worry about vacuum.
Cross that bridge when you get to it. What’s the specs on the cam? Last edited by geezer#99; 10-22-2024 at 10:36 PM. |
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I’d like a more mild/streetable cam. This one just came with the motor but I think it’s going to be a little too radical for what I’m trying to accomplish possibly? With a 110LSA, will it be super choppy (like popcorn). Not really what I am going for. It’s strictly a weekend warrior, maybe sees the road 2 times a week. Last edited by ShinyC10; 10-23-2024 at 01:58 AM. Reason: Add more info |
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