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Big Block Chevy(BBC) Engine Casting Codes The Engine Block Casting code is one of the best ways to identify an engine block. This casting number is usually found at the rear of the block on the left or drivers side on top of the bellhousing flange. See alseChevy casting numbers location...
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If you have an early big block or a late model smallblock, the BLOCK CASTING DATE may be on the passenger side of the engine block, (see 2A), instead of the rear ledge of the block. Some smallblock blocks may also have the BLOCK CASTING DATE on the driver's side of the block. ...
When I started this Web site back in 1996 there wasn't much information about big block Chevy engines on the Web, so I decided to create this page. I don't claim to be an expert about engines and am simply sharing some of the information that I've compiled from many different sources...
The L88 big block valves are comparably massive to other, lesser engines. While the intake valve remained similar to the L36 and L71 at 2.19”, the L88 has an exhaust valve advantage over other 427 engines of the time at 1.84.” 7/16” pushrods attached to stamped steel rocker arms ar...
Compatible with many Chevy small block models Easy to assemble Features big ports Tight pushrod clearance Linear bottom deck Cons Thin casting on the combustion chamber Off-centered pushrods 05. Replacement for Chevy Small Block Bare Cylinder Head ...
Engine:Chevrolet 454 Big Block Displacement:454 cid (7.4L) Block/Heads:Cast Iron Configuration:90° V8 Bore x Stroke:4.25″ x 4.0″ Compression Ratio:10.25:1, 11.25:1, 8.2:1 Firing Order:1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 Engine Weight:~685 lbs ...
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