Crate engine info
 

Hello folks,
I have an 84 C10 short bed with a 350 the PO installed. I am considering replacing it and am looking at an easy swap. I am not interested in an LS swap.
I am not looking to race it, just a good strong, reliable motor preferably over the 290 hp base engine. Your thoughts and recommendations would be appreciated!
TIA,
Kevin

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If you want a complete engine you could do something like this...

Engine

This is similar to what I did in my 65 c10. Its a good engine...Mine dynoed at 310 HP after it was built. if you want cheaper, you could buy a bare block and build it yourself, but I went in this direction because I wasn't confident in building it, but if I had to do it again, I would build it myself.

Here is a pic of my engine how it sits now...

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Here's what I got. Very happy so far.

https://www.chevrolet.com/performanc...sp350-357-base

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I like your valve covers, where are the breathers ?

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Thanks..they are built into the side of the covers. They are PML covers... www.yourcovers.com. You can see one of the breathers on the right side front of the cover. The PCV valve is on the back left (not seen) in the pictures. I wanted more of an old school look on my 65.

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Roller cam and Vortec heads is a good start.
https://blueprintengines.com/collect...ng-at-2-700-00

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I'm leaning towards one of these HT383 stump pullers for a 4x4

https://www.chevrolet.com/performanc...-engine/ht-383

323 HP @4200 RPM / 444 LB-FT @3000 RPM

steel crank, hyp pistons, iron heads = tough and street reliable and on regular pump gas :)

all new with legit national warranty around $5k :metal:

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Decisions, decisions :)

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I’m considering this for my build.
https://sdparts.com/i-24502362-gm-en...ABEgKzzfD_BwEM

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Thats the one I've been eyeing. Good to hear its a good choice

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Do you care if it has to run on premium fuel only? Something to consider maybe...

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I'm in the same boat, looking for a crate to replace my tired old small block. Right now I am considering the 350 HO, seems like the best bang for your buck.

https://www.chevroletperformancestor...ge/350-ho-base

I'm budget conscious (cheap) though, and I have been phoning around, apparently there are some crate engines that sit around for years and they just need to get rid of them. Looking for a deal, always.

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You never know what you might find.
Back 20 years ago we found and bought two 427’s. Both 425 horse motors. They were resting in the back shop of the local Napa in Rocky Mountain House.
You just need to look in the most obscure places.
Dealerships that are closing down or expanding is a place to look.