what does it take to make a 383 stroker? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

white68chevy · 08-20-2003, 12:27 AM

I have been wanting to start a bulid on a 383 stroker. I have never done one before and i was wondering what all it took. Like bore and crank and pistons and rods and such.

Nova_Cobra64 · 08-20-2003, 12:34 AM

As far as my knowledge goes, a 383 is a 350 block bored 30 over with a 3.75 crank out of a 400. I think either the block or the crank needs to be ground down in a few spots due to clearance issues. I think the crank journals need to be taken down too., not positive tho.

There are kits now too.......I don't know what block work has to be done when you buy those.

Somebody should be able to help more than I have.

cnshoot · 08-20-2003, 12:41 AM

350ci bored .030 over 400 crank long rods

cnshoot · 08-20-2003, 12:43 AM

or you can de-stoke a 400 to a 383 buy puting a 350 crank in it

ABHaulR · 08-20-2003, 12:43 AM

yes the crank has to be turned down to fit the 350 main bearing size. you can get a crank from any aftermarket supplier that is a direct drop in.

white68chevy · 08-20-2003, 12:46 AM

man yall are quick! thanks for the info. the whole clearence thing was my biggest corncern. Anybody else?

leadfoot067 · 08-20-2003, 12:54 AM

youll have to clearance a few of the rods...pending what rods you use...400 rod is 5.65" or 350 rod is 5.7"...the longer rod is generally prefered..400 rods arent known for their strength also the bigger cam you run the more u gotta take off the few rods...some clearancing has to be done at the bottom of each cylinder for the rods but its nothing major...hope this helps

Hooter · 08-20-2003, 01:00 AM

about 4500 hundred bucks

Blue4x4 · 08-20-2003, 01:21 AM

I had my 383 stroker built for $ 2200.00 . It included: chrome valve covers, intake manifold, oil pan and chrome timing cover. I will post the pic tomarrow.

tripp · 08-20-2003, 01:34 AM

Blue4X4, give us the scoop! i'm looking to put a new engine in my '92 ext. cab and why get a crate motor from GM for $1300 if you can get a stroker for $2200? i look forward to your reply. thanks.

cnshoot · 08-20-2003, 01:35 AM

try performance automotive warehouse buy the cat. its worth it if you are building anything

*Randy70C-10* · 08-20-2003, 08:54 AM

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Originally posted by tripp
Blue4X4, give us the scoop! i'm looking to put a new engine in my '92 ext. cab and why get a crate motor from GM for $1300 if you can get a stroker for $2200? i look forward to your reply. thanks.

Horsepower versus GM warranty, it's a tough decision. I'm hard-headed so I always go for the horses.

08-20-2003, 12:27 AM	#1
white68chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Hurst,TX,US Posts: 301	what does it take to make a 383 stroker? I have been wanting to start a bulid on a 383 stroker. I have never done one before and i was wondering what all it took. Like bore and crank and pistons and rods and such. __________________ 1968 swb IM-Bufechevy56 If its to loud then your to old

08-20-2003, 12:34 AM	#2
Nova_Cobra64 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Melville, SK Posts: 1,145	As far as my knowledge goes, a 383 is a 350 block bored 30 over with a 3.75 crank out of a 400. I think either the block or the crank needs to be ground down in a few spots due to clearance issues. I think the crank journals need to be taken down too., not positive tho. There are kits now too.......I don't know what block work has to be done when you buy those. Somebody should be able to help more than I have. __________________ 2004 Silverado - Beater 1969 GMC - In progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=441683 2011 Aveo - Work commuter 2013 Crestliner Fish Hawk 1650 - The reason no work gets done on the project truck.

08-20-2003, 12:41 AM	#3
cnshoot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: minden Posts: 358	350ci bored .030 over 400 crank long rods __________________ 72 cst 2wd blazer sb soon to have tilt manual 72 gmc swb fleet 2wd bb air tilt auto 93 c/3500 crew-cab dually 03 chevy suburban LT quadrasteer c/2500 4x4

08-20-2003, 12:43 AM	#4
cnshoot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: minden Posts: 358	or you can de-stoke a 400 to a 383 buy puting a 350 crank in it __________________ 72 cst 2wd blazer sb soon to have tilt manual 72 gmc swb fleet 2wd bb air tilt auto 93 c/3500 crew-cab dually 03 chevy suburban LT quadrasteer c/2500 4x4

08-20-2003, 12:43 AM	#5
ABHaulR Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: West Valley City, Ut Posts: 311	yes the crank has to be turned down to fit the 350 main bearing size. you can get a crank from any aftermarket supplier that is a direct drop in. __________________ 72' GMC Suburban 10 1/2" of Lift, 40" Tires! Waiting for restoration 67' Chevy, What to do??? And Bad Ass American Bulldogs!

08-20-2003, 12:46 AM	#6
white68chevy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Hurst,TX,US Posts: 301	man yall are quick! thanks for the info. the whole clearence thing was my biggest corncern. Anybody else? __________________ 1968 swb IM-Bufechevy56 If its to loud then your to old

08-20-2003, 12:54 AM	#7
leadfoot067 horsepower junkie Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: graham, washington Posts: 326	youll have to clearance a few of the rods...pending what rods you use...400 rod is 5.65" or 350 rod is 5.7"...the longer rod is generally prefered..400 rods arent known for their strength also the bigger cam you run the more u gotta take off the few rods...some clearancing has to be done at the bottom of each cylinder for the rods but its nothing major...hope this helps

08-20-2003, 01:00 AM	#8
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	about 4500 hundred bucks __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

08-20-2003, 01:21 AM	#9
Blue4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 790	I had my 383 stroker built for $ 2200.00 . It included: chrome valve covers, intake manifold, oil pan and chrome timing cover. I will post the pic tomarrow.

08-20-2003, 01:34 AM	#10
tripp Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Meansville, Georgia Posts: 218	Blue4X4, give us the scoop! i'm looking to put a new engine in my '92 ext. cab and why get a crate motor from GM for $1300 if you can get a stroker for $2200? i look forward to your reply. thanks. __________________ 68 SWB Stepside 72 Cheyenne 20 72 SWB Fleetside 72 Suburban 72 2wd Blazer

08-20-2003, 01:35 AM	#11
cnshoot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: minden Posts: 358	try performance automotive warehouse buy the cat. its worth it if you are building anything __________________ 72 cst 2wd blazer sb soon to have tilt manual 72 gmc swb fleet 2wd bb air tilt auto 93 c/3500 crew-cab dually 03 chevy suburban LT quadrasteer c/2500 4x4



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