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**davischevy** · 01-11-2018, 11:24 PM

WE have had this conversation around here a lot lately.

That crate engine is impressive, but I think you can build one for a lot less.

That said, you can build a 454 for the exact same money as a 402.

If I were building the original 402, I would use a better cylinder head. With the right heads and cam, even using the original intake, the engine will be perky.

I have nothing against the original engine, but, If I pull the engine from my Longhorn again, it will get a 454 back in it.

01-11-2018, 11:24 PM	#12
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,786	Re: Rebuilt engine WE have had this conversation around here a lot lately. That crate engine is impressive, but I think you can build one for a lot less. That said, you can build a 454 for the exact same money as a 402. If I were building the original 402, I would use a better cylinder head. With the right heads and cam, even using the original intake, the engine will be perky. I have nothing against the original engine, but, If I pull the engine from my Longhorn again, it will get a 454 back in it. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.