NOTES FROM A VERY SHARP MEMBER


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Planning a 383 Motor
This engine is generally overlooked in selecting a high-performance project. The motor has an excellent bore to stroke ratio: 1.26-1 (similar to 327” SBC, better than 340). The short stroke allows high RPM without destructive piston speed (7100 RPM = 4000 ft./min., the accepted “safe” limit for piston stress). The large bore permits big valves (2.14” intake, 1.81” exhaust).
A potential method of increasing peak power is to substitute the longer 440 6.768” (LY) rods for the original “B” 6.358” rods on the original crank. This has the following effects:
» Increases the rod ratio (“n”) from 1.884-1 to 2.005-1
» Reduces the piston compression distance to about 1.525” for a useful weight savings
» Slightly reduces piston acceleration
This should allow an advantage in peak power. For a start in piston selection, take a look at the KB224 for BBC: flat top, CD = 1.52” (just below zero deck), and .990” pin for more weight savings and moderate cost. There may also be “possibles” for the 400 (4.34” bore), but not discovered yet. Ideas?





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