BluePrint Engines 383 ci Small Block GM Style Engine - Dressed Long Block w/ Carb

BluePrint Engines 383 ci Small Block GM Style Crate Engine - 436 HORSEPOWER - Dressed Long Block w/ Carb

SKU: BPEBP38318CTC1

Horsepower & Torque: 436 Horsepower / 443 FT. LBS. Torque

Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads

Compression Ratio: 10:1

Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .544 Intake / .555 Exhaust Lift and 230 Intake / 236 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 110° LSA

Pistons: Hypereutectic

Crankshaft: Cast Crank - 3.750" Stroke and 5.700" Rods

Overview:

BluePrint’s BP38318CTC1 GM Small Block compatible performance crate engine is dyno tested at our factory with a Holley Classic 750 CFM Carburetor to get 436 horsepower and 443 minimum torque values. This engine features a 4-inch bore, which mathematically yields a 377ci with a 3.75-inch stroke. This engine comes with a timing cover, valve covers, distributor, dipstick, oil pan, and dual plane satin aluminum intake, with a Holley Classic 750cfm Vacuum Secondary Carburetor w/ Manual Choke.

Description:

• Horsepower and Torque: 436 Horsepower / 443 FT. LBS. Torque 
• Compression Ratio: 10.0:1 
• BluePrint Performance Aluminum Heads (Part# H8002K) 
• Hypereutectic Pistons 
• Roller Cam 
• Cast Crankshaft 

Block:

• BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron Block
• Manufactured and Machined in the USA!
• 4-Bolt Main
• 4.000" Bore
• 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
• Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes
• Passenger Side Dipstick
• Drilled and Tapped for Clutch Linkage

Rotating Assembly:

• Cast Crankshaft
• 3.750" Stroke
• OEM type 5.700" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts
• Hypereutectic Pistons
• External Front / External Rear Engine Balance

Cylinder Heads:

• BluePrint Performance Aluminum Heads - H8002K
• 64cc Chamber
• 2.02 Swirl Polished Intake Valves
• 1.60 Swirl Polished Exhaust Valves
• Hardened Retainers and Springs

Cam Specs:

• Cam Type: Roller
• .544 Intake / .555 Exhaust Lift
• 230 Intake / 236 Exhaust Duration
• @ .050-110 Degree Lobe Separation

Ignition Timing:

• Initial Timing 10-16° and Total Timing 32-34° at 3500 RPM

Also Includes:

• Holley Classic 750cfm Vacuum Secondary Carburetor w/ Manual Choke
• Dual Plane, Satin Aluminum Intake Manifold
• New Chrome Timing Cover
• Distributor
• Melling High-Volume Oil Pump
• New Chrome Valve Covers
• Painted Oil Pan
• Passenger Side Dipstick

Recommended Break-in Oil: BPP710

Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30

Recommended Oil Filter: BPP51061

Notes:

• This engine features a true 4-inch bore, which mathematically yields 377 CID with a 3.75-inch stroke.
• Not for EGR.
• The Aftermarket intake manifold installed on this engine may not be compatible with OEM accessory brackets that use intake-mounted bosses.
• The performance aluminum cylinder heads on this engine feature a .500 raised port vs OEM.

ENGINE ACCESSORY SPECIFICATIONS:

Your BluePrint engine was dyno-tested with the parts and specifications listed below. If you prefer to install a different part, your engine may not produce the horsepower recorded on your dyno sheet. 

Part Number: BP38318CT1

Fuel Delivery Type: Carbureted

Spark Plug: BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E (.750 inch reach, 14mm thread, 5/8 hex, plug)

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Harmonic Balancer: BPP400L - 400 ci weighed, 8" diameter

Flexplate/Flywheel: Late 350 Weighted

Stall Converter: 2000-2400 rpm

Intake Manifold: N/A

Fuel Recommendation: 91 Octane

Timing (Initial/Total Advance): Initial timing - 10-16° and Total timing 32-34°

Firing Order: 1,8,4,3,6,5,7,2

Recommended Break-in Oil: BPP710

Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30

Recommended Oil Filter: BPP51061

Total Oil capacity with production oil pan and Correct BPP51061 Filter: 5 Quarts

Click here to download a copy of the Installation Guide that came with your BluePrint engine.

WARRANTY:
BETTER THAN THE REST.

The satisfaction of our customers is our highest priority at BluePrint Engines. We use quality components to balance your engine's rotating assembly within two grams of spec. We dyno test your crate engine and certify that it's ready to deliver horsepower and torque.

We give your BluePrint engine the industry's best-in-class warranty for 30-months / 50,000 miles — with the extra confidence only BluePrint can provide. Our warranty applies to individual or professional installations and is fully transferable.

For a detailed overview of our warranty, click here.

DYNO PROMISE:
IT ALL COMES DOWN TO RESULTS.

We make sure we hit our target horsepower and proper torque with every crate engine. We use an advanced computerized balancer to get our rotating assemblies within two grams, ensuring silky smooth power over the entire RPM range. That's precisely why our engines sound and run better than our competitors.

BRAGGING RIGHTS INCLUDED!

A comprehensive, dyno-generated printout showing these critical specs will accompany your delivered engine. No more guessing or wondering what your installed engine's real-world peak horsepower and torque ratings actually are. Any doubters in the crowd? Simply flash 'em your dyno results!