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Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 08-29-2007, 12:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,152
Posted By CarsByCarl
I'm curious about about your perception of...

I'm curious about about your perception of "cheaper horsepower". A BBF can be built or bought for a lot less than most people think these days. How much do you plan to spend on a BBC and how much...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 07-30-2007, 11:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,954
Posted By CarsByCarl
It'll pretty much only fit with stock exhaust...

It'll pretty much only fit with stock exhaust manifolds. If you really want to do it right, cut the shock towers out and use an IFS kit to give yourself more room.

Here's a picture of 460 based...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 07-30-2007, 11:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,708
Posted By CarsByCarl
The early blocks have a little shorter deck...

The early blocks have a little shorter deck hieght than the later blocks, so if you zero decked with the 73 and you're switching over the rotating assy, the pistons might end up above deck. If they...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 01-05-2007, 03:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,202
Posted By CarsByCarl
Exactly the reason I prefer to recondition rods...

Exactly the reason I prefer to recondition rods from high mileage lux-o-barge cores. They've been seasoned in a low power, low rpm application. If a flaw had existed they would have let go before I...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 01-05-2007, 10:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,202
Posted By CarsByCarl
I'm going to have to respectfully disagree with...

I'm going to have to respectfully disagree with the statement above about stock rods. Stock 385 series rods are made of forged steel and have been proven time and time again to handle high power and...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 11-30-2006, 01:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,941
Posted By CarsByCarl
What sort of budjet are you working with? The...

What sort of budjet are you working with? The best option for a heavy cruiser like that would be a stroker to build as much low end torque as possible. Despite popular opinion, you don't need to...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 10-17-2006, 05:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,631
Posted By CarsByCarl
At 11:1, you won't have any problems with a...

At 11:1, you won't have any problems with a quality stock style head gasket and stock head bolts. Stay away from copper head gaskets in anything but a dedicated racing engine, and even then they're...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 10-17-2006, 05:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,979
Posted By CarsByCarl
They're not a bad head if prepped right. Out of...

They're not a bad head if prepped right. Out of the box, they're not much better than a stock iron head with minor exhaust porting. They will never approach the level of the Kaase head, but with...
Forum: Shop Talk 10-06-2006, 07:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,048
Posted By CarsByCarl
I think there must be an error there. My iron...

I think there must be an error there. My iron headed 385 crate engines with iron water pump and aluminum intake have a shipping weight of ~670 pounds including the crate.
Forum: Shop Talk 10-06-2006, 07:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,048
Posted By CarsByCarl
The 385's are proven to be very durable in...

The 385's are proven to be very durable in endurance applications, and are very popular in marine applications running 3000-5000 rpm all day long. For a more extreme example, Drew Blakeland is known...
Forum: Shop Talk 10-05-2006, 07:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,048
Posted By CarsByCarl
There is no comparison. The 385 is far more...

There is no comparison. The 385 is far more versitle and will outperform the FE in every facet, regardless if it's a build for a low rpm torque monster or a 10,000 rpm competition puller. Another...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 09-19-2006, 05:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,202
Posted By CarsByCarl
You probably don't need to float the rods. The...

You probably don't need to float the rods. The piston/pin clearance is the same in a press fit or float, the only difference is in the rod/pin clearance. Just press fit the pins in the rods as...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 09-12-2006, 05:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,202
Posted By CarsByCarl
If you plan to retain the 429 rotating assembly,...

If you plan to retain the 429 rotating assembly, piston choices are going to be somewhat limited.

Given that this is for your wife's car and you don't need axle snapping power, I would suggest a...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 09-11-2006, 01:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,202
Posted By CarsByCarl
What kind of engine, 429, 460, 514, 521, 545? ...

What kind of engine, 429, 460, 514, 521, 545? What heads 75cc, 95cc? What is your desired compression? Cast, forged or hyper?

There are a number of variables that contribute to compression, but...
Forum: Parts For Sale 09-11-2006, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,001
Posted By CarsByCarl
New packages added. Please see above.

New packages added. Please see above.
Forum: Parts For Sale 09-08-2006, 01:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,001
Posted By CarsByCarl
514 Stroker kits, Shortblocks, or Crate engines available

Stroker kits, short blocks, and crate engines now available.

Stroker Kits

514 Stroker kit:
-100% American made parts $1500.00
-Balanced and ready for assembly.
-Custom options available...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 08-23-2006, 07:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,657
Posted By CarsByCarl
Compression should be in the 9.5:1 range with the...

Compression should be in the 9.5:1 range with the small chamber heads. Cylinder pressures will be within the realm of premium unleaded gas with just about any performance cam or even with a stock...
Forum: Parts For Sale 08-11-2006, 04:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,388
Posted By CarsByCarl
Sold

This engine is sold, but duplicate units will remain available with a 30 day turn around time.
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 08-08-2006, 05:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,986
Posted By CarsByCarl
Thank you, I'm of the opinion that in most...

Thank you,
I'm of the opinion that in most cases, the simplest solution is the best solution, and I try to approach my builds with that philosophy in mind.
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 08-06-2006, 11:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,986
Posted By CarsByCarl
Here's a quick and easy combo.... -429...

Here's a quick and easy combo....

-429 shortblock with forged flattop pistons, H-beam rods, and stock crank.
-Unported Edelbrock heads.
-Victor intake
-Set compression at 10.8-11.1:1 via deck...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 08-04-2006, 08:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,124
Posted By CarsByCarl
If I recall correctly, the 4160 doesn't have a...

If I recall correctly, the 4160 doesn't have a rear metering block right? Not a bad carb, but you can't tune the secondaries easily.

The 750HP will have a rear metering block with jets and a...
Forum: Parts For Sale 07-30-2006, 04:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,388
Posted By CarsByCarl
Bump... Engine is still available. In the...

Bump...

Engine is still available. In the crate and ready to ship.
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 07-28-2006, 02:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,444
Posted By CarsByCarl
Fluid dampers are bad news. I know of several...

Fluid dampers are bad news. I know of several BBF's that have had bearing problems from using them. They work fine at a steady state, but during acceleration, the fluid can't do it's job. Don't...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 07-22-2006, 08:29 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,847
Posted By CarsByCarl
I think you make some very good points here. The...

I think you make some very good points here. The 545 with a hyd roller would be a nice engine. Just off the top of my head, I think my pricepoint would have to be around $6K. Still more cost...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 07-21-2006, 04:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,725
Posted By CarsByCarl
The cam seems smallish, but for "reliability and...

The cam seems smallish, but for "reliability and torque, low rpm performance" it should serve you well.

As for the cause of the flat lobes....if the main and rod bearings look acceptable, and the...
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