Complete 383 TBI build

[chris989]

Hello all,

I know this subject comes up over and over and I apologize for asking again. I searched the net and this site, read page after page and most post never have a conclusion, wander off into LS motors, big blocks, carbs or just die. My concern is programming and drivability. I can burn chips myself and confess although I understand the concept I am a rookie at best. I would like to know who has built a complete 383 TBI motor, what cam/heads, and bin. Does it run to its potential? If so do you have the bin file, I would love to see what changes where made and what headaches you might still have.

If I can make decent torque with the OEM swirl ports, I have no ego,, I will run them. My 96 454 vortec truck made ~290 hp & ~400 lb ft at ~3000 and was more than enough. I considered swapping in the 454 but sold the truck complete and will use that money for this build.

If anyone can direct me to a complete build, or has knowledge of a complete set up, It would be great help. My concern is I build a nice motor and never get the full potential from it and my wife divorces me because of the shop time i waste trying to make it right.

No need to rehash the limitations of TBIs.

I have an 89 v2500 burb, 5.7. 4.88, 35 tires
I am on the fence about which way to go, my goal is for a towing/camping truck. Most post are about hp and rpm. my motor will never go above 4000 in it useful range.

GM crate and hope for the best.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/na...eviews=OneStar

above crate with a recommended cam.

or build a 383 from my core or buy new. for a sb chevy new is almost cheaper than my local machine shop.

stroker block
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-150100-30
heads
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-162108
crank/pistons
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/es...e030/overview/
cam
need help

Thanks in advance,
Chris