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Where to get parts for an engine build #856172 11/17/10 07:34 PM 11/17/10 07:34 PM
Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca H haddixj OP enthusiast
haddixj OP enthusiast H Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca	I got the chassis done on my car 70 duster and I had a BBC in it for a race and it died (stock bottom end block decent heads) So I am looking at doing a new motor and have been weighing out both options Chevy vs Mopar. For the chevy short block I can get a aftermarket block eagle rotating assembly and new roller cam and lifters for $6400 shipped to my door. Just bolt heads on it and go. But I wanted to put a mopar engine back in it and I dont want a stock block or 440 source crap stroker kit I have seen 2 fail in my uncles car (assembled by Rex Hutchinson) So that seems to leave me with a world block for $3000. Are there any good builders putting these short block together that are comparable to what I can get by going Chevy? I am willing to pay a little more but not $5000 more. sorry for the long post but its frustrating searching around these websites for the parts. 70 duster 25.1E,73 barracuda, 70 gran coupe, 71 cuda

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: haddixj] #856173 11/17/10 09:27 PM 11/17/10 09:27 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 31,050 Oregon A AndyF I Win
AndyF I Win A Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 31,050 Oregon	I don't think that you're going to get a race shortblock with a World block for $6400. I suppose it depends on the quality of parts that you want but even the really cheap parts are going to cost more than that. Also depends if you want the oiling system included, timing chain or belt drive, etc. Lots of engine builders so it shouldn't be too hard to see what is available. Just depends on how much power you want and which heads you're going to run.

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: AndyF] #856174 11/17/10 11:01 PM 11/17/10 11:01 PM
Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca H haddixj OP enthusiast
haddixj OP enthusiast H Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca	I am just looking for some good shops to talk to. Currently i am talking with nyes and shafiroff about bbc stuff. But i would like to get at least 750 or better. The heads are another issue indy heads are supposed to be the best but they have tons of issues and come with a huge price vs bbc conventional heads. I looked around trying to find used but very much luck 70 duster 25.1E,73 barracuda, 70 gran coupe, 71 cuda

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: haddixj] #856175 11/17/10 11:08 PM 11/17/10 11:08 PM
Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 4,101 Yes S sixpakdodge master
sixpakdodge master S Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 4,101 Yes	I had $5800 in my short block with a brand new Mega Block, Ross pistons, GRP rods, Eagle crank, Total Seal rings, Clevite bearings. To achieve the power level you are looking for, it can be done for $10-11,000 with a big block Mopar if you buy everything new. I'm speaking from experience.

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: sixpakdodge] #856176 11/17/10 11:32 PM 11/17/10 11:32 PM
Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca H haddixj OP enthusiast
haddixj OP enthusiast H Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca	Did that include machine work? Where did you source the block? What heads were you using? 70 duster 25.1E,73 barracuda, 70 gran coupe, 71 cuda

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: haddixj] #856177 11/17/10 11:39 PM 11/17/10 11:39 PM
Joined: Jul 2010 Posts: 2,091 Delray beach, Florida P Performance Only top fuel
Performance Only top fuel P Joined: Jul 2010 Posts: 2,091 Delray beach, Florida	Quote: I am just looking for some good shops to talk to. Currently i am talking with nyes and shafiroff about bbc stuff. But i would like to get at least 750 or better. The heads are another issue indy heads are supposed to be the best but they have tons of issues and come with a huge price vs bbc conventional heads. I looked around trying to find used but very much luck i'm sure we could help. machine shop owner and engine builder

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: haddixj] #856178 11/17/10 11:40 PM 11/17/10 11:40 PM
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sixpakdodge master S Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 4,101 Yes	It was a finish machined block, but otherwise, all machine work/balancing was included. I used 440-1's and that did include having them ported as well. I got the block from a local machine shop at their cost.

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: haddixj] #856179 11/17/10 11:51 PM 11/17/10 11:51 PM
Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 5,486 SoCal Brian Hafliger master
Brian Hafliger master Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 5,486 SoCal	Quote: I got the chassis done on my car 70 duster and I had a BBC in it for a race and it died (stock bottom end block decent heads) So I am looking at doing a new motor and have been weighing out both options Chevy vs Mopar. For the chevy short block I can get a aftermarket block eagle rotating assembly and new roller cam and lifters for $6400 shipped to my door. Just bolt heads on it and go. But I wanted to put a mopar engine back in it and I dont want a stock block or 440 source crap stroker kit I have seen 2 fail in my uncles car (assembled by Rex Hutchinson) So that seems to leave me with a world block for $3000. Are there any good builders putting these short block together that are comparable to what I can get by going Chevy? I am willing to pay a little more but not $5000 more. sorry for the long post but its frustrating searching around these websites for the parts. We're pretty close being in Ca. so I'm sure I can help. What is your total budget for the complete engine? What power level do you want? You can PM me if you like or stick to the thread either way I'd be happy to build you what you want! Brian Brian Hafliger

Re: Where to get parts for an engine build [Re: Brian Hafliger] #856180 11/18/10 12:02 PM 11/18/10 12:02 PM
Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca H haddixj OP enthusiast
haddixj OP enthusiast H Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 240 Shingle Springs Ca	If i could get the short block assembled for 6000 i would be willing to do it but what about heads whats it cost to get a good set of heads indys or b1 basically the top end kit heads intake rockers. I have a dan olsen pan for the external pickup deal using a moroso pump or how ever its done 70 duster 25.1E,73 barracuda, 70 gran coupe, 71 cuda

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