Scout63
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I’m going to pull the 383-2v in my ‘65 Sport Fury convertible this winter for a rebuild. It will be my first automotive engine rebuild although I’ve rebuilt many motorcycle engines.
I have purchased a 1969 440 short block bored .040 over, rods reconditioned and balanced and crank turned .010 under. Here are a few pictures. The engine shop is going to build it up for me with a roller cam, aluminum heads, aluminum intake and single four barrel carb. We are discussing possible combinations. I intend to hold the rebuilt original 383 for possible reinstallation. It seems like a lot of money and effort, but it’s a hobby….
I will not be doing the engine pulling and installation myself and have a great local Mopar mechanic. I m going to ask him to go through the clutch, driveline, rear end and exhaust at the same time. Obviously I’m not going for originality but want a somewhat low key yet more powerful engine under the hood. Any and all feedback and suggestions will be gratefully accepted. Ben
I have purchased a 1969 440 short block bored .040 over, rods reconditioned and balanced and crank turned .010 under. Here are a few pictures. The engine shop is going to build it up for me with a roller cam, aluminum heads, aluminum intake and single four barrel carb. We are discussing possible combinations. I intend to hold the rebuilt original 383 for possible reinstallation. It seems like a lot of money and effort, but it’s a hobby….
I will not be doing the engine pulling and installation myself and have a great local Mopar mechanic. I m going to ask him to go through the clutch, driveline, rear end and exhaust at the same time. Obviously I’m not going for originality but want a somewhat low key yet more powerful engine under the hood. Any and all feedback and suggestions will be gratefully accepted. Ben