heres a link to a bbc build series with lots of good tips






Grumpy

Thread 'Big-Block Chevy OE And Aftermarket Block Variants'

Generation Gap: Big-Block Chevy OE And Aftermarket Block Variants


By GREG ACOSTA AUGUST 07, 2018

some basic bbc math, to get you thinking about your potential dream bbc combos.

I recently had a discussion with one of the local guys concerning what heads and rotating assembly he should buy now that he recently purchased a tall deck (10.2") big block chevy block. he has a perfectly good 427 forged crank (3.76" stroke) but hes seriously thinking of buying a (4.25" stroke)...
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When it comes to big-block engines, there are quite a few variants across multiple manufacturers. However, when you hear the words “big block” with no other qualifier, there is one engine that comes to mind more than others, and that...

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Explaining Under- And Oversized Engine Bearings

One of the most misunderstood concepts is undersized and oversized engine bearings. These allow for variations in journal and housing sizes.
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SEMA 2021: King Bearings Talks Bi-Metal And Tri-Metal Differences

King Engine Bearings makes several lines of bearings aimed at different applications: The HP- and XP-series can be visually differentiated.
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Video: David And Goliath — Plastigauge Vs. Dial Bore Gauge Tested

In one corner, we have precision-crafted measuring tools that carry a hefty pricetag. In the other corner, we have an incredibly simple, inexpensive option.
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EngineLabs News – Engine Performance Updates & Industry Coverage

Stay informed with EngineLabs’ latest news on engine technology, performance innovations, product releases, and industry updates for builders and racers.
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The Secret Life of Bearings: A Test Of Bearing And Oil Wear Rates

King Bearings teamed up with Driven Racing Oil to put their new pMax Black and pMaxKote bearing technology to a scientific torture test.
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Blueprint Series: The Thrust Bearing And Setting Crankshaft Endplay

Crankshaft endplay is a critical tolerance to pay attention to when building an engine, and Jeff Smith shows you the checking and setting process.
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Blueprint Series: Measuring and Setting Bearing Clearances

In this installment of the Blueprint Series, we cover the proper methodology of measuring and setting rod and main bearing clearances.
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EngineLabs News – Engine Performance Updates & Industry Coverage

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you'll have that nagging feeling that you overlook or forgot "something" after most engine builds (UNLESS) you develop the habit of using a check sheet , and write down all the clearance specs on every build along with notes , on things like ring and bearing part numbers and bearing clearances, ring gaps piston to valve clearances,valve spring installed heights and spring bind, push rod length, piston dome cc, timing set part number, cam button clearance,head gasket thickness,combustion chamber volume, deck height, type of valve keepers, retainer and rocker part numbers , valve seat angles etc. etc.
and you won't have even 1/4 of the info without knowing what your doing, what to look for,why your checking things and how to check them, and having accurate measuring tools, like micrometers, dial indicators, plastigauge,a decent engine stand, bore gauge,and calipers
and a note pad with detailed checklists to follow (your memory is never infalible) and having reference material to check certainly helps





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as with most things you have options and choices, and all the choices made result in potential requirements being matched in other parts selected,
verifying clearances , carefully checking dimensions and coatings and carefully hand fitting in many cases.
if you check you'll find hundreds of options and if you don't do careful research and,
measure precisely your sure to have made a few less than ideal choices
a bit of research starting with these links will surely help
and just as obviously posting direct questions about parts compatibility,
clearances and reaching your intended goals certainly helps

Tools, Procedures, and Testing trouble shooting
Engine Combos and Dynometer Database

a general list of components commonly found in such an engine:
and yes generally all parts selected should match the intended application's
operational rpm and power range as should the drive trains gearing
  1. Engine block (and main caps and bolts)
  2. Cylinder heads(head gaskets and bolts)
  3. Crankshaft
  4. Pistons
  5. rings for pistons (compression, second and oil rings)
  6. piston connecting rod pins
  7. cylinder head index dowels
  8. timing cover index dowels
  9. crank keyway
  10. oil filter
  11. oil pressure sensor
  12. crankshaft pilot bearing
  13. intake manifold thermostat
  14. block oil pressure sensor
  15. Connecting rods(including bolts)
  16. bearings (crank and rod)
  17. oil pump( plus mounting bolt)
  18. oil pump pick-up (remember to braze)
  19. BRASS freeze plugs (use sealant)
  20. oil passage plugs
  21. Camshaft (security plate and bolts)
  22. lifters
  23. push rods
  24. gaskets
  25. crank damper
  26. crank damper, washer and bolt
  27. timing chain
  28. timing chain set with cam and crank gears
  29. timing chain cover
  30. flexplate
  31. flex plate bolts
  32. pushrod guide plates
  33. rocker arms
  34. rocker arm adjustment nuts
  35. rocker arm studs
  36. valve covers
  37. valve cover bolts
  38. Valvetrain components (valves,spring shims, valve seals, springs,valve keepers,spring retainers)
  39. Intake manifold (gaskets and bolts)
  40. Exhaust headers (gaskets and bolts)
  41. Oil pan(gaskets and bolts)
  42. windage tray
  43. Water pump(gaskets and bolts)
  44. ignition wire and (ceramic spark plug boots)
  45. Spark plugs
  46. Fuel injectors
  47. Ignition system components
  48. DAMPER BOLT AND RETENTION WASHER
 
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grumpyvette

Thread 'correctly adjusting valves'

this is an area that causes many newer guys problems ,a slight clicking noise at idle in any hydraulic or solid lifter valve train is usually the result of clearances in the valve train, obviously you should have, some clearance, to allow oil flow thru the lifters to provide lubrication on moving parts, in the valve train and a consistent sewing machine like rhythmic clicking from a solid lifter valve train is expected and DESIRABLE. In my experience you can get really darn close adjusting valves on hydraulic lifter engines, while the engines stationary and cold on a non...

Grumpy

Post in thread 'Bbc Related & Links And Useful Info'

you'll have that nagging feeling that you overlook or forgot "something" after most engine builds (UNLESS) you develop the habit of using a check sheet , and write down all the clearance specs on every build along with notes , on things like ring and bearing part numbers and bearing clearances, ring gaps piston to valve clearances,valve spring installed heights and spring bind, push rod length, piston dome cc, timing set part number, cam button clearance,head gasket thickness,combustion chamber volume, deck height, type of valve keepers, retainer and rocker part numbers , valve seat angles...

Grumpy

Post in thread 'Need cam and intake recommendation/confirmation on 454 Chevy'

adding a PVC or VALVE COVER BREATHER HOLE IN VALVE COVERS

as many guys find out theres a bunch of valve covers on the market with no provisions to mount a breather, or add oil to the engine, in many cases theres KNOCK OUTS or places designed to punch out for a breather or a oil cap, on many there is no provision so what do you do? obviously you need to...
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catch can related info

In every engine a small amount of pressurized gases from combustion pressure, during the engines power stroke that's been generated is getting past the rings, as the compression and combustion stroke begins before that cylinder pressure forces the rings out against the cylinder walls. and it...
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Knockout Punch Kit, 10 Piece

Amazing deals on this 10Pc Knockout Punch Kit at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.
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related threads
http://garage.grumpysperformance.co...breather-hole-in-valve-covers.2005/#post-5328

http://garage.grumpysperformance.com/index.php?threads/need-help-with-evac-system.15939/#post-95997...


Loves302Chevy

Post in thread 'Starter / ring gear issues'

Maniacmechanic1 said:
I hope not Mike.
More often than not Factory 10 MT Starters were rebuilt 10-100 times by major auto chain stores sent to China or Mexico.
Terrible rebuilds done. Parts not replaced worn out. Inferior parts used.
Often the Chevy & Pontiac V8 Nose cones were Milled off to give a clean surface but too much machined away.
Should have been tossed in the scrap pile.
I know for a fact Pontiac V8 1955-1979 never ever had starter motor shims factory installed.
Not listed in any GM Service Manual to shim.
Tolerances were held tight factory New.
Starter shims came about from rebuilders deviating...
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Grumpy

Post in thread 'Flexplate and starter issue'

XQIZT said:
I think I know the answer to this...but if you have long tube headers (TPIS), do you have to remove the exhaust to remove the starter? Seems like yes to me. :down:
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I have not used that particular brand of headers, so I can,t be 100% certain, but in most cases, and with HOOKER and HEADMAN headers you can get access, without removing the headers , but its far easier if you remove or at least partly loosen the header to cylinder head bolts.
but in any case if you have a decent set of (4) 12 ton jack stands ,
http://www.harborfreight.com/12-ton-jack-stands-34924.html


which...

Grumpy

Post in thread 'The Force Awakens...'

the G.M. muscle car starters from the 1957-80 chevy v8 is easily repaired and parts replaced rather cheaply, those worn contacts are designed to be replaceable

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1957-1986-...ash=item52033a2ca3:g:pmQAAOSw0j9ZUkrp&vxp=mtr
StarterPlunger01.jpg
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A

Post in thread 'Harmonic Balancer/ Damper Selection'

Maniacmechanic1 said:
I think ATI Super Dampners one of the Best for Racing.
Also the TCI Rattler that is not very popular here but has been used on Jegs Engine Master Challange Engines & have won .

Fluid Dampner is OK. I have seen them fail leak out Silicone fluid. Guys dirt track racing a rock hit it and dented and outer case compromised and leaked.
Seen them fail high RPM Drag Race.

Have to look at your drive accessory pulley layout. Is it stock or High dollar Billet serpentine belt layout & what will work & fit with Zero headaches and fitment issues.
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I am running stock pulleys and belts with...

2Loose

Thread 'Screeching V-Belt'

Had this in another thread, thought it better to move it here:

2Loose said:
.... the '58 Chevy truck motor (502)has been eating v-belts (a new hi output alternator seems to put occasional heavy loads on the pulley, and the belt screeches...) and mildly overheating when under a load and in the middle of the day (pulling uphill with a load at noon, hey, I work that truck!), finally decided that the 18 year old BBC water pump was not doing it's job, so am in the middle of a replacement, with is involving cleaning/repainting various front end components I've pulled out (fan, fan shroud, alternator, PS...
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Grumpy

Post in thread 'Oil Pump Primer'

most distributors never used the oil (O) rings, they relied on close clearance to limit oil pressure loss ,
but some aftermarket distributors did come with them.(and some guys added the groove's and added oil rings)
their use tends to boost the oil pressure gauge reading a bit, but their use also limits the oil flow over the distributor ger thus most of the guys I know who used them only ran the upper (O) ring

btw if you use both oil rings and drill a small 3/32 oil feed hole in the distributor shaft where the diagram shows DISTRIBUTOR PLUG
or if your distributor all ready has an oil...

Grumpy

Post in thread 'Oil pump priming'

no, most people are TOTALLY CLUELESS and just can,t see
" how poorly the tool functions,"
"out of site out of mind"
Id bet 99% of the people have never even wondered,
why it took a great deal of time to get any oil pressure,
and most gave up trying, re-installed the distributor and fired up the cars engine,
never giving the useless tools failure too function a second thought!
Ive used several similar tools and I generally use a tool I fabricated from an old O.E.M. distributor, thats the first tool Ive seen like that one thats got a lower spool , thats basically...


grumpyvette

Thread 'trouble shooting & rebuilding HEI ignitions'

if your ignition is working correctly your getting a hot blue spark, thats got a noticeable audible snap to it if you test an ignition wire by removing it from a plug temporarily and holding it about a 1/3" from a ground like the block,a quick check of your shop manual for the correct advance and procedures for setting the timing and your timing light will be very useful in setting the ignition timing.
if you don,t have that snappy blue spark,, but only a dull yellow or red spark, chances are decent that the coil or the battery voltage or possibly a ground strap are defective, so check...


grumpyvette

Thread 'verifying your real advance curve'

you need to start by verifying TDC on the timing tab and damper actually show TRUE TDC.

IF that base line (TDC on CRANK AND TIMING TAB) is not correct,
everything done after that is based on that TDC, will be wrong.

http://garage.grumpysperformance.com/index.php?threads/finding-top-dead-center.967/

http://easyautodiagnostics.com/gm/4.3L-5.0L-5.7L/distributor-mounted-icm-tests-1

http://garage.grumpysperformance.co...ei-distributors-ignition-advance-curve.16425/...

grumpyvette

Thread 'shimming a distributor gear to get proper clearances'

big2bird posted some of this , on a different thread but it needs to be here also, and I ADDED STUFF YOU NEED TO KNOW
For those of you who have one, factory or otherwise, and you have noticed your timing jumps around instead of steady, here is your problem.
As you accelerate/decelerate, the spiral cut gear causes the shaft to rise and fall, turning in relationship to the cam, and making your timing vary. With the cap off, grasp the rotor and try to move it up and down. It will. Shimming the end play is the answer.
You can check the shaft/bushing clearance while you...


Grumpy

Post in thread 'Oil & Filters'

like a great many other things being built, by large corporations, theres a common perception based on decades of people using,the least expensive product that brand name produces (which probably accounts for the vast percentage of sales volume) that does not take into account the old adage,
that you tend to get what you pay for.
and an almost total ignorance in the general public that.
theres several levels of PRICE and QUALITY being sold under the one blanket brand name.
FRAM DOES SELL A BETTER QUALITY OIL FILTER LINE...
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