If nothing obvious is found as you pull it apart,Check rotating assembly torque before putting the top end back on. I would check the crank by itself, then each pair of pistons. The total torque on my 528 assembled shortblock with race rings is 15 ft lbs or less. Not sure what your 383 ought to be or less,guessing less than 20?


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