Started the 383 today! (pics) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sgaylord · 10-21-2008, 01:45 PM

After a year and a half, two moves and building a house, I finally got her to the point of starting the engine. All I can say is WOW! I have never had an engine rev so fast and easily. I could only run it for a few seconds because I have not installed the radiator yet. Needless to say I have a smile on my face that I am going to have a hard time removing for a while.

The plans for this truck is for it to be a sleeper. It's not pretty, and that adds to it. I fixed most of the rust so it will not take too much to make is pretty again when I am over the sleeper deal. I am going to have to do something about the sound though, right now it's a dead giveaway that there is something stout under the hood. Engine is a 383 with forged pistons, forged crank and rods, and pro comp aluminum heads. Running 9.6:1 Tranny is a 700r with a stock rear. The rear is another thing I am going to have to do some work on.

Anyway, what do you guys think?

72BlckButy · 10-21-2008, 02:48 PM

Lookin' good!

big_al_71 · 10-21-2008, 03:04 PM

AAhhhhhh the feeling on turning on a brand new built motor, I know that feeling well since I just turned mine on about two weeks ago...

Congrats!!!

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-21-2008, 03:08 PM

Very nice! The truck looks to be in great shape as well.

sgaylord · 10-21-2008, 03:32 PM

Thanks. Im the second owner. It originally had a 307 with a pg. Had to replace the normal stuff, rockers, one cab corner and a couple floor braces along with the bed floor. It sill has some rust in the bed sides, but I will get to that later. I replaced the original bent frame with one I got from a 72 that had 5 lugs, ps, and front disks. So, hope to have her back on the road soon since I now have renewed energy after hearing that thing run. Man it's been a few hours and I am still smiling.....

gintaras · 10-21-2008, 05:01 PM

did you buy a crate motor from a builder? or did you build that yourself?

Jtrux · 10-21-2008, 05:14 PM

You know...putting a radiator in only takes a couple bolts. What are you waiting for?!?!?!?

harrdawg54 · 10-21-2008, 05:17 PM

Very jealous!!!!!..........Looks great

corn · 10-21-2008, 05:37 PM

I wouldnt keep doing short runs unless you have a roller cam. Not trying to take anything away from you, just hate to see you take the cam out of a fresh build...

shortbed70 · 10-21-2008, 05:45 PM

You can wipe a flat tappet cam pretty quick doin that.

nuke1 · 10-21-2008, 06:23 PM

Sexy

sgaylord · 10-22-2008, 08:06 AM

Thanks for the advice on the cam. I dont plan to run it again until I get a new radiator. At that time I plan to do a proper break in on the cam. It is a flat tappet cam.

I had a local builder build the engine for me. He built a 396 for me for a 69 Camaro I had and it too was awesome. This guy use to be a pro racer years back and has a good reputation locally for building great engines.

When I get it finished I will post more pictures. Thanks again for all the help.

Steve

68Stepbed · 10-22-2008, 08:04 AM

Sweet! Put you some 70 series Flowmasters on the exhaust and only a trained ear will know you're packing heat under the hood.

10-21-2008, 01:45 PM	#1
sgaylord Project collector Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sanderson, Fl Posts: 700	Started the 383 today! (pics) After a year and a half, two moves and building a house, I finally got her to the point of starting the engine. All I can say is WOW! I have never had an engine rev so fast and easily. I could only run it for a few seconds because I have not installed the radiator yet. Needless to say I have a smile on my face that I am going to have a hard time removing for a while. The plans for this truck is for it to be a sleeper. It's not pretty, and that adds to it. I fixed most of the rust so it will not take too much to make is pretty again when I am over the sleeper deal. I am going to have to do something about the sound though, right now it's a dead giveaway that there is something stout under the hood. Engine is a 383 with forged pistons, forged crank and rods, and pro comp aluminum heads. Running 9.6:1 Tranny is a 700r with a stock rear. The rear is another thing I am going to have to do some work on. Anyway, what do you guys think? Attached Images __________________ 69 CST-10 SWB (disguised as a 67) 383/700r4 Jezebel Jezebel 3.0 NEW!!! 2020 GMC 3500 Denali Duramax 2016 Harley Street Glide CVO Roll Tide!

10-21-2008, 02:48 PM	#2
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Lookin' good! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

10-21-2008, 03:04 PM	#3
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) AAhhhhhh the feeling on turning on a brand new built motor, I know that feeling well since I just turned mine on about two weeks ago... Congrats!!! __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

10-21-2008, 03:08 PM	#4
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Very nice! The truck looks to be in great shape as well.

10-21-2008, 03:32 PM	#5
sgaylord Project collector Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sanderson, Fl Posts: 700	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Thanks. Im the second owner. It originally had a 307 with a pg. Had to replace the normal stuff, rockers, one cab corner and a couple floor braces along with the bed floor. It sill has some rust in the bed sides, but I will get to that later. I replaced the original bent frame with one I got from a 72 that had 5 lugs, ps, and front disks. So, hope to have her back on the road soon since I now have renewed energy after hearing that thing run. Man it's been a few hours and I am still smiling..... __________________ 69 CST-10 SWB (disguised as a 67) 383/700r4 Jezebel Jezebel 3.0 NEW!!! 2020 GMC 3500 Denali Duramax 2016 Harley Street Glide CVO Roll Tide!

10-21-2008, 05:01 PM	#6
gintaras Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Schererville, IN Posts: 110	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) did you buy a crate motor from a builder? or did you build that yourself? __________________ 2004 VW R32 450 HP money pit (faster than a Viper in the 1320 ) 2001.5 VW Passat beater 1972 Custom Deluxe Highlander 69k miles and counting, all original, even the paint

10-21-2008, 05:14 PM	#7
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) You know...putting a radiator in only takes a couple bolts. What are you waiting for?!?!?!? __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

10-21-2008, 05:17 PM	#8
harrdawg54 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sandpoint, Idaho Posts: 178	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Very jealous!!!!!..........Looks great __________________ 1969 Chevy K20 Custom Camper 350, 4sp, 33's High on plans, Low on funds

10-21-2008, 05:37 PM	#9
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) I wouldnt keep doing short runs unless you have a roller cam. Not trying to take anything away from you, just hate to see you take the cam out of a fresh build...

10-21-2008, 05:45 PM	#10
shortbed70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Forney TX Posts: 4,512	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) You can wipe a flat tappet cam pretty quick doin that. __________________ Troy 1965 Chevy Bagged,361 sbc,voodoo cam,1.5 full roller rockers,patriot 185cc vortec heads 2.02-1.60,vortec weiand polished intake,demon carb my truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=332884 Big Red Dog build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=572274

10-21-2008, 06:23 PM	#11
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Sexy __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

10-22-2008, 08:06 AM	#12
sgaylord Project collector Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Sanderson, Fl Posts: 700	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Thanks for the advice on the cam. I dont plan to run it again until I get a new radiator. At that time I plan to do a proper break in on the cam. It is a flat tappet cam. I had a local builder build the engine for me. He built a 396 for me for a 69 Camaro I had and it too was awesome. This guy use to be a pro racer years back and has a good reputation locally for building great engines. When I get it finished I will post more pictures. Thanks again for all the help. Steve __________________ 69 CST-10 SWB (disguised as a 67) 383/700r4 Jezebel Jezebel 3.0 NEW!!! 2020 GMC 3500 Denali Duramax 2016 Harley Street Glide CVO Roll Tide!

10-22-2008, 08:04 AM	#13
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: Started the 383 today! (pics) Sweet! Put you some 70 series Flowmasters on the exhaust and only a trained ear will know you're packing heat under the hood. __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system



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