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02-18-2013, 02:31 AM | #1 |
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Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Madera,CA
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*** 400/406 sbc BUILDERS PLEASE READ ***
Last month I had posted about doing a 305 build for my 65 C10.
Almost everyone said to just save up and get a 350 to build. Well I took that advice and then some by getting a 400sbc out of a 72 Chevelle today. Its the 2-bolt main 509 block and it came with the original crank. I left the heads behind because I already have a set of 906 Vortec heads that I am going to have rebuilt and drilled for the steam holes, along with a few other things. The block is gonna get decked then bored .30 over and the mains aligned bored and honed then polished. I have read of the compression problems that occur when Vortec heads are used with flat top pistons so I will need dished pistons. Here is where I need everyone's help. I need you guys to post what parts to buy. I have no engine building experience as this is my first build. I have already bought the common engine building books by Vizard and Schreib. I need a build recipe/plan to build a 406 for my 65 C10. I need it to run on pump gas 89 octane preferably. Will not be a show truck or trailer queen but will be a weekend driver during the spring and summer months only and garaged during the cold wet months. I am on a budget..Lets say $2000 to $2500. Nothing crazy just a solid mean muscle machine If anyone could tell me which parts to buy I would really appreciate it. Links to any build posts would also be appreciated CableGuyO and CaptainFab I look forward to your input Thanks again guys! David Madera, CA |
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