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P_A · 03-26-2008, 05:32 AM

I haven't posted in a few months as i've been busy with my family, work, and life. But i did make time to assemble the 396 for my 64 C10. Here are a couple of pictures.

NF65Fleetside · 03-26-2008, 05:35 AM

daym thats a *****'n motor and looks like an awesome workshop too! Keep us posted on the swap!

BigDaddyDave · 03-26-2008, 05:53 AM

I want one too!

greg64 · 03-26-2008, 06:34 AM

Love the look of your 396!

Even has an AC/Delco filter. Can even see the M21 in the background.

What are your cam specs? I figured with the roller-rockers you have to be running something.

hammered65 · 03-26-2008, 07:17 AM

That motor's going to look sweet in your truck.

**Captainfab** · 03-26-2008, 07:21 AM

Nice and detailed engine assembly.....nice shop too! Engine specs. please

hewlett2002000 · 03-26-2008, 07:22 AM

bad a$$ engine!!! good lookin too. when you gonna be able to get it in the truck?
looks great!!
John

Bishops Trucks · 03-26-2008, 09:48 AM

Looks real nice. Whatcha got inside it?

*1974k5blazer* · 03-26-2008, 10:05 AM

lucky!!!!!

68c10owner · 03-26-2008, 10:54 AM

Looks like crap. You better let me take that pos out of your garage before your neigbors start to complain. j/k man. Looks awsome. Post the specs for us.

L0WRIDE · 03-26-2008, 12:51 PM

nice!!!

truckn' · 03-26-2008, 02:35 PM

dam nice motor man can't wait to see pics in truck.

jchav62 · 03-26-2008, 05:09 PM

That thing is sweet!!! I want one now!! Specs?

Iron-Butt · 03-26-2008, 08:21 PM

Nice

lyrikz · 03-26-2008, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by P_A

I haven't posted in a few months as i've been busy with my family, work, and life. But i did make time to assemble the 396 for my 64 C10. Here are a couple of pictures.

Uhhhhhhhhhhmmmm, tell me your replacing your spark plugs before fireing that bad boy up? Looks like a few of em are orange from your paint. ahahah..

Bad ass motor... Cant wait to get mine there...

P_A · 03-27-2008, 07:30 AM

Thanks guys for all the compliments. This thing has been a long time in the making. Now that the engine is together, i need to get my a$$ in gear and put my truck back together.

lyrikz, Good eye on the spark plugs! You guys are sharp! Those old plugs have seen a few coats of engine paint thru the years.

I just had to see how the red plug wires looked on an orange engine so i left the old plugs in so i could mock up the wires. I think a set of black wires would look better.

Specs: .060 over 396, Speed pro pistons, GMPP cam 540 lift I/E 228I/238E duration, ARP rod bolts, Comp Magnum double roller chain, Comp springs, Comp roller tip rockers, Edelbrock RPM intake.

NF65Fleetside · 03-27-2008, 07:32 AM

I agree, black or blue wires would be sick. What size carb are you running on her?

68c10owner · 03-27-2008, 07:33 AM

we need engine specs.

P_A · 03-27-2008, 07:54 AM

NF65Fleetsidebox , The carb on the engine now is a new 850 Holley i've had sitting around in the box for a few years. I've got a 750 Holley on my Camaro i can snag if the 850 is to much.

68c10owner, I edited my previous post and added the specs. I must have been editing when you posted.

greg64 · 03-27-2008, 08:12 AM

Nice specs.... what size valves and what do you figure the CR is? I like the idea of a 396, still has the big block look (means business), but doesn't have the huge displacement of some current BBs where I'd have to own my own refinery.

Bishops Trucks · 03-27-2008, 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NF65Fleetside

I agree, black or blue wires would be sick. What size carb are you running on her?

I agree, I have blue on mine and it looks pretty good.

P_A · 03-27-2008, 08:37 AM

Greg, Valves are 2.19/1.88 and compression ratio is 9.5:1 by my calculations. My machinist said it is closer to 10.0:1.

03-27-2008, 09:05 AM

850 too much??? Get a Barry Grant 1000 race demon... j/k the engine looks great.

NF65Fleetside · 03-27-2008, 09:34 PM

I have a 750 on my 454 and so far it feels just right...although my motor is stock other than intake and headers. You on the other hand Im sure with your modifications and cam that an 850 will be fine with a little tuning

03-26-2008, 05:32 AM	#1
P_A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: huntsville,al Posts: 75	396 Pics I haven't posted in a few months as i've been busy with my family, work, and life. But i did make time to assemble the 396 for my 64 C10. Here are a couple of pictures. __________________ Paul 1964 C10 SWB Fleetside-396/M21 4 speed 1957 Belair-283/M21 4 speed 1972 Camaro

03-26-2008, 05:35 AM	#2
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: 396 Pics daym thats a *****'n motor and looks like an awesome workshop too! Keep us posted on the swap!

03-26-2008, 05:53 AM	#3
BigDaddyDave RIP BigDaddyDave ~7-23-09~ You will be missed~ Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,361	Re: 396 Pics I want one too! __________________ BigDaddyDave's Truck: http://www.flickr.com/photos/daves71chevy/ \| See it in Action!

03-26-2008, 06:34 AM	#4
greg64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kimberley, BC, Canada Posts: 799	Re: 396 Pics Love the look of your 396! Even has an AC/Delco filter. Can even see the M21 in the background. What are your cam specs? I figured with the roller-rockers you have to be running something. __________________ Greg 64 GMC Suburban - 283, NV3500, 14 bolt 77 C10 swb - 292, SM465, 12 bolt

03-26-2008, 07:17 AM	#5
hammered65 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 53	Re: 396 Pics That motor's going to look sweet in your truck.

03-26-2008, 07:21 AM	#6
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: 396 Pics Nice and detailed engine assembly.....nice shop too! Engine specs. please __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

03-26-2008, 07:22 AM	#7
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: 396 Pics bad a$$ engine!!! good lookin too. when you gonna be able to get it in the truck? looks great!! John __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

03-26-2008, 09:48 AM	#8
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1974k5blazer Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Queen Creek AZ Posts: 243	Re: 396 Pics lucky!!!!!

03-26-2008, 10:54 AM	#10
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,011	Re: 396 Pics Looks like crap. You better let me take that pos out of your garage before your neigbors start to complain. j/k man. Looks awsome. Post the specs for us. __________________ Anthony

03-26-2008, 12:51 PM	#11
L0WRIDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 2,166	Re: 396 Pics nice!!! __________________ 49 CHEVROLET 1/2 TON, 52 CHEVROLET SEDAN 62 HARDTOP NOVA 65 CHEVROLET BB LWB FLEETSIDE 90 CHEVROLET EXTRA CAB CHEVY ONLY - NZ Chapter http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=137984

03-26-2008, 02:35 PM	#12
truckn' Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: rogersville tennessee Posts: 276	Re: 396 Pics dam nice motor man can't wait to see pics in truck.

03-26-2008, 05:09 PM	#13
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: 396 Pics That thing is sweet!!! I want one now!! Specs? __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

03-26-2008, 08:21 PM	#14
Iron-Butt 454 club Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,348	Re: 396 Pics Nice __________________ David 1965 Chevrolet c-10 454 automatic Custom bbw swb. 1965 Chevrolet C-10 swb (Sold) 1963 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl automatic with dual exhaust, pb, ps and 17's. R.I.P "I will miss you. 1967 Chevrolet C-10 6 Cyl Custom lwb 1939 Chevrolet Coupe, 350 v8 automatic. 1935 Chevrolet 2 Dr Standard in the works. 2015 Harley Davidson Street Glide. 2023 Chevrolet Stingray Z51 Convertible. I never want to grow up.

03-27-2008, 07:30 AM	#16
P_A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: huntsville,al Posts: 75	Re: 396 Pics Thanks guys for all the compliments. This thing has been a long time in the making. Now that the engine is together, i need to get my a$$ in gear and put my truck back together. lyrikz, Good eye on the spark plugs! You guys are sharp! Those old plugs have seen a few coats of engine paint thru the years. I just had to see how the red plug wires looked on an orange engine so i left the old plugs in so i could mock up the wires. I think a set of black wires would look better. Specs: .060 over 396, Speed pro pistons, GMPP cam 540 lift I/E 228I/238E duration, ARP rod bolts, Comp Magnum double roller chain, Comp springs, Comp roller tip rockers, Edelbrock RPM intake. __________________ Paul 1964 C10 SWB Fleetside-396/M21 4 speed 1957 Belair-283/M21 4 speed 1972 Camaro Last edited by P_A; 03-27-2008 at 07:42 AM.



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03-27-2008, 07:32 AM	#17
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: 396 Pics I agree, black or blue wires would be sick. What size carb are you running on her?

03-27-2008, 07:33 AM	#18
68c10owner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 3,011	Re: 396 Pics we need engine specs. __________________ Anthony

03-27-2008, 07:54 AM	#19
P_A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: huntsville,al Posts: 75	Re: 396 Pics NF65Fleetsidebox , The carb on the engine now is a new 850 Holley i've had sitting around in the box for a few years. I've got a 750 Holley on my Camaro i can snag if the 850 is to much. 68c10owner, I edited my previous post and added the specs. I must have been editing when you posted. __________________ Paul 1964 C10 SWB Fleetside-396/M21 4 speed 1957 Belair-283/M21 4 speed 1972 Camaro Last edited by P_A; 03-27-2008 at 07:54 AM.

03-27-2008, 08:12 AM	#20
greg64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kimberley, BC, Canada Posts: 799	Re: 396 Pics Nice specs.... what size valves and what do you figure the CR is? I like the idea of a 396, still has the big block look (means business), but doesn't have the huge displacement of some current BBs where I'd have to own my own refinery. __________________ Greg 64 GMC Suburban - 283, NV3500, 14 bolt 77 C10 swb - 292, SM465, 12 bolt

03-27-2008, 08:37 AM	#22
P_A Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: huntsville,al Posts: 75	Re: 396 Pics Greg, Valves are 2.19/1.88 and compression ratio is 9.5:1 by my calculations. My machinist said it is closer to 10.0:1. __________________ Paul 1964 C10 SWB Fleetside-396/M21 4 speed 1957 Belair-283/M21 4 speed 1972 Camaro Last edited by P_A; 03-27-2008 at 08:37 AM.

03-27-2008, 09:05 AM	#23
TH53 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 396 Pics 850 too much??? Get a Barry Grant 1000 race demon... j/k the engine looks great.

03-27-2008, 09:34 PM	#24
NF65Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 674	Re: 396 Pics I have a 750 on my 454 and so far it feels just right...although my motor is stock other than intake and headers. You on the other hand Im sure with your modifications and cam that an 850 will be fine with a little tuning

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