Crate Engines

[barryvanhook]

Originally Posted by repeeler

Did this come with any kind of engine management system? Thinking about going this route also and was wondering what is requred to get this to work in these older trucks.

Hi Ray ... came with the complete Accel system: computer, plug-n-play harness, O2 sensor, World intake with throttle body and linkage, fuel rails and 24# multipoint injectors installed, distributor installed (with instructions not to frak w/it), etc.

Of course you need an efi fuel system w/return ... I had to add a return line to my aluminum rear tank as well as provide the fuel lines to and from. They provided an electric pump. My old dizzy was hei, so I now have to provide a coil. I wasn't going to screw with things by trying to substitute my old HEI.

It seems to be pretty complete as of this time, with the exception of the above noted items. More stuff will probably come up as the install progresses .... it always happens that way.

Not sure how much longer their introductory deal will be running.

Barry

[repeeler]

Originally Posted by barryvanhook

Hi Ray ... came with the complete Accel system: computer, plug-n-play harness, O2 sensor, World intake with throttle body and linkage, fuel rails and 24# multipoint injectors installed, distributor installed (with instructions not to frak w/it), etc.

Of course you need an efi fuel system w/return ... I had to add a return line to my aluminum rear tank as well as provide the fuel lines to and from. They provided an electric pump. My old dizzy was hei, so I now have to provide a coil. I wasn't going to screw with things by trying to substitute my old HEI.

It seems to be pretty complete as of this time, with the exception of the above noted items. More stuff will probably come up as the install progresses .... it always happens that way.

Not sure how much longer their introductory deal will be running.

Barry

I ordered one! They are giving free shipping since I am only a few hundred miles north. But since I am in Texas I will have to pay sales tax so it is a wash! Now to decide if I should stick with the Turbo 350 tranny or go with soemthing newer. Also wondering if I can use my stock tank with this. Guess I have a bit of research ahead of me!

[classicchev]

Thats a great price on a 383 fuel injected complete engine... Up here just the long block is more than that. Too bad Im already setup or there would be one in transit.

[barryvanhook]

Originally Posted by repeeler

I ordered one! They are giving free shipping since I am only a few hundred miles north. But since I am in Texas I will have to pay sales tax so it is a wash! Now to decide if I should stick with the Turbo 350 tranny or go with soemthing newer. Also wondering if I can use my stock tank with this. Guess I have a bit of research ahead of me!

That's great, Ray ... be sure to post the dyno results when the motor arrives. I'm still a week or two away from finish ... may get it fired up next week. Still waiting on some ancillary parts that I decided to add/replace/upgrade "while I was in there".

I'm using my 700R4 and only had it upgraded with new clutchpack and no shift kit ... and added a new converter with stock stall. Seemed to be right for a cruiser. I don't know why the 350 wouldn't work, but an o/d might improve the mpg somewhat. I've heard of stock tanks being converted to efi w/return lines, but I'm unfamilar with the particulars ... I recall others on this forum have done it. Your questions are typical of the "while I'm in there" syndrome that I'm struggling with?

Good luck from one bagger owner (Y2K FLHT) to another! Keep us posted.

Barry

[repeeler]

Originally Posted by barryvanhook

That's great, Ray ... be sure to post the dyno results when the motor arrives. I'm still a week or two away from finish ... may get it fired up next week. Still waiting on some ancillary parts that I decided to add/replace/upgrade "while I was in there".

I'm using my 700R4 and only had it upgraded with new clutchpack and no shift kit ... and added a new converter with stock stall. Seemed to be right for a cruiser. I don't know why the 350 wouldn't work, but an o/d might improve the mpg somewhat. I've heard of stock tanks being converted to efi w/return lines, but I'm unfamilar with the particulars ... I recall others on this forum have done it. Your questions are typical of the "while I'm in there" syndrome that I'm struggling with?

Good luck from one bagger owner (Y2K FLHT) to another! Keep us posted.

Barry

I won't have mine for 4 weeks. That is how far out they are on the builds. What are you going to run for exhaust? I would like to find a short tube set that will work with this truck but not sure where to start.

[barryvanhook]

Originally Posted by repeeler

I won't have mine for 4 weeks. That is how far out they are on the builds. What are you going to run for exhaust? I would like to find a short tube set that will work with this truck but not sure where to start.

Yeah, that's about how long it took for me, also. Don't be surprised if it goes out to 5-6 weeks. As far as the headers, I'm looking at some block-hugger alternatives right now ... I'll let you know what I finally go with ... may have to stick w/rams horns if nothing else works.

Barry

[DBear]

I got a GM crate motor years ago and it was great....and the pricing is real good too.

[cparman]

I have bought two GM crate motors. ZZ502, and 330hp sb. I love the big block! for a short drive. The small block I can drive for hours. I am the care taker for a LS2 supercharged 57 Chevy, and a ramjet502 in a 56 Buick. If I have learned anything, I am a proponent of the KISS method. Make SOME power, and keep it simple. Long term you will drive it more and enjoy it a TON more!