Crate Engines - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Magnuman · 09-14-2008, 10:37 PM

I am finishing up a restoration on a 1971 Blazer and will be needing a new small block engine.
I think I want to go with a crate 350 or 383 with lots of low end torque.
Any recommendations on crate motor companies?
Thanks.

AJs72K5 · 09-14-2008, 10:47 PM

Pace Performance always seems to have a good deal on GM crate motors.

**edit** added link: http://paceperformance.com/

BLUE THUNDER · 09-14-2008, 11:34 PM

I just finished installing the GM performance parts 260 hp motor in my Blazer and just broke in the cam. I tell you what, that is one smooth running motor right out of the box. Now, it won't win that many races, but it wil be reliable. Good luck in picking your power plant. Later, Mario

Bishops Trucks · 09-15-2008, 02:48 AM

I bought a GMPP 350 c.i. with 330 h.p. in 2000. It was put in my longbed '71 2 wheel drive and ran great. Now I have it in my '71 SWB 4X4 and after 8 years, it still runs strong. Check out the youtube link in my signature to hear it run. It's not to bad on gas. It's all in what performance you want.

**special-K** · 09-15-2008, 05:26 AM

You can`t beat GMPP crate motors.Just shop the best price.Your local GM parts counter may be willing to deal if you come in with a bonified price.You will prolly need to talk to the manager.Just tell them you are buying the motor,the question is where.

vtblazer · 09-15-2008, 05:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Magnuman

I am finishing up a restoration on a 1971 Blazer and will be needing a new small block engine.
I think I want to go with a crate 350 or 383 with lots of low end torque.
Any recommendations on crate motor companies?
Thanks.

I like my 383 for low end grunt, definitely a noticeable difference but then again, the crate 355 I've run is nice too.

IMO unless you've got an "in" at the local machine shop, buying a crate is the way to go.

*mikels* · 09-15-2008, 09:46 AM

I also have GM performance crate motor 330hp vortec head 350ci.I Love it! Edelbrock Air gap & 1406 carb.Bought in 2000 ,paid $2100.00.I do want to add Ramjet fuel injection sometime though.

hotrodhomi · 09-15-2008, 11:46 AM

http://www.smedingperformance.com/

70rs/ss · 09-15-2008, 02:40 PM

I think Edelbrock is in Cali as is Year one, and they both sell 350's and 383's that are reasonable and come with waranty. If you pick it up you save shipping too!

hotrodhomi · 09-15-2008, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

I think Edelbrock is in Cali as is Year one, and they both sell 350's and 383's that are reasonable and come with waranty. If you pick it up you save shipping too!

Same goes for Smeding. They are in Sacramento.

65-72 chevytoys · 09-16-2008, 08:26 AM

I have been thinking of getting a Smedding 383 and using an Edelbrok Pro-Flow EFI setup.

09-14-2008, 10:37 PM	#1
Magnuman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Francisco,CA Posts: 130	Crate Engines I am finishing up a restoration on a 1971 Blazer and will be needing a new small block engine. I think I want to go with a crate 350 or 383 with lots of low end torque. Any recommendations on crate motor companies? Thanks.

09-14-2008, 10:47 PM	#2
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: Crate Engines Pace Performance always seems to have a good deal on GM crate motors. edit added link: http://paceperformance.com/ __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff Last edited by AJs72K5; 09-14-2008 at 10:48 PM.

09-14-2008, 11:34 PM	#3
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: Crate Engines I just finished installing the GM performance parts 260 hp motor in my Blazer and just broke in the cam. I tell you what, that is one smooth running motor right out of the box. Now, it won't win that many races, but it wil be reliable. Good luck in picking your power plant. Later, Mario

09-15-2008, 02:48 AM	#4
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: Crate Engines I bought a GMPP 350 c.i. with 330 h.p. in 2000. It was put in my longbed '71 2 wheel drive and ran great. Now I have it in my '71 SWB 4X4 and after 8 years, it still runs strong. Check out the youtube link in my signature to hear it run. It's not to bad on gas. It's all in what performance you want. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

09-15-2008, 05:26 AM	#5
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	Re: Crate Engines You can`t beat GMPP crate motors.Just shop the best price.Your local GM parts counter may be willing to deal if you come in with a bonified price.You will prolly need to talk to the manager.Just tell them you are buying the motor,the question is where. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-15-2008, 09:46 AM	#7
mikels Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Billings,Montana Posts: 82	Re: Crate Engines I also have GM performance crate motor 330hp vortec head 350ci.I Love it! Edelbrock Air gap & 1406 carb.Bought in 2000 ,paid $2100.00.I do want to add Ramjet fuel injection sometime though.

09-15-2008, 11:46 AM	#8
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: Crate Engines http://www.smedingperformance.com/ __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

09-15-2008, 02:40 PM	#9
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: Crate Engines I think Edelbrock is in Cali as is Year one, and they both sell 350's and 383's that are reasonable and come with waranty. If you pick it up you save shipping too!

09-16-2008, 08:26 AM	#11
65-72 chevytoys Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida Posts: 1,113	Re: Crate Engines I have been thinking of getting a Smedding 383 and using an Edelbrok Pro-Flow EFI setup. __________________ 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500LS SWB 5.3L 2004 Corvette Z16 #770 Wish I had not sold 72 blazer



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.