How do you make a 383 out of a 350?

And at a glance, building the 383 seems almost as simple as mashing a toasted marshmallow and a piece of chocolate between a couple of graham crackers. A 0.030-over 350 block, plus the 3.750-inch stroke from a 400 small-block (versus the 350’s 3.480-inch stroke) equals 383 cubic inches.

How much horsepower does a 383 stroker make?

The 383 stroker engines have been reported to achieve 330 horsepower with 410 foot-pounds of Torque, 395 horsepower with 410 foot-pounds of Torque and 395 horsepower with 410 foot-pounds of Torque.

How much horsepower does a 383 engine have?

Product Information. SBC CHEVY HYDRAULIC ROLLER CAM 383 CUBIC INCH PRO STREET ENGINE 540 HP STREET ROD SETUP. RUNS ON PREMIUM PUMP GAS. This engine is fully assembled from intake to oil pan.

How much does a 383 stroker cost?

The HP94 Chevy 383ci stroker from ATK is being offered by Jegs at the low price of $3,993.99, but is found throughout a range of big-box stores, so it might pay to shop around some, as is the case with any large-volume crate engine commodity like a Chevy 383ci stroker.

What all do I need to build a 383 stroker?

How to Build a Budget 383 Stroker Chevy Engine

  1. Start with any small-block 350 engine, preferably four-bolt main.
  2. Purchase any one of the several 383 stroker crankshaft/rod/piston kits on the market.
  3. Acquire a set of new or used, fully assembled L31 GM Vortec cylinder heads.

How much HP does a crate 350 have?

Chevy 350 Crate Engines The base version of this engine makes 195 horsepower and features an 8.5 compression ratio.

Will a 383 engine fit in a 350?

There ain’t nothing like torque! The 350 simply ain’t gonna have it, roller cam or not. 180 heads on the 383 may aid torque but hinder higher rpm. I run 195 heads with 2.05 valves and shift @ 6,400. For a street motor you cannot beat a 383 (and they run good on the track as well).

What is a 383 stroker crankshaft?

The first 383s were 350 small blocks with a 400 small block crankshaft and rods. The 400 crankshaft required only some minor machine work to fit into the 350 block, and would immediately boost power and torque by about ten percent from idle to redline. Purchase and install a 383 stroker crankshaft, rod and 10.5-to-1 piston set.

What is the difference between a Ford 350 and a 350?

As you can see, both engines use the same heads, intake, carb, compression ratio… The 350 has long rods, and is a solid roller. The 350 is a typical hydraulic flat tappet build.

Will a 400 crankshaft fit in a 350 Block?

The 400 crankshaft required only some minor machine work to fit into the 350 block, and would immediately boost power and torque by about ten percent from idle to redline. Purchase and install a 383 stroker crankshaft, rod and 10.5-to-1 piston set.