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BluePrint BP38318SP GM 383 Short Block Plus Crate Engine, Cast Steel Crank

Name: BluePrint BP38318SP GM 383 Short Block Plus Crate Engine, Cast Steel Crank
Brand: BluePrint Engines
SKU: 227BP38318SP
Price: 5299 USD
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Product Summary

Short Block Crate Engine Type, 10.0:1 Compression Ratio

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Key Specs

Crate Engine Type	Short Block
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Engine Displacement	383 cu. in.
Camshaft Type	Hydraulic Roller Tappet
Piston Material	Hypereutectic Aluminum

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BluePrint Engines BP38318SP Details

True Blue Power! BluePrints pro engine builders are enthusiasts just like you and it shows in the quality and performance of every engine they build. Each BluePrint crate engine is carefully dyno tested and ships with printed, proven results. If you’re looking serious horsepower at an affordable price, BluePrint Engines is the choice for you!

GM 383 Short Block Plus

Overview

HP & Torque: 430 HP / 450 FT LBS
Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
Hypereutectic Pistons
Cast Steel Crank
Part #: BP38318SP

Block

4 Bolt main
4.00" bore
Passenger side dipstick
Align honed main bearing bore

Rotating Assembly

New cast iron crankshaft, 3.75" stroke
Hypereutectic pistons, 12CC Dish
New rods with 150,000 PSI bolts
Hastings moly rings
Melling high volume oil pump
Hydraulic roller cam
Heavy duty single roller timing set
Harmonic balancer

Cam Specs

Cam Type: Roller, Lift with 1.6 rockers

Ignition Timing

34 degrees total (at 3500 RPM)

Also Includes

Oil pan and timing cover
Brass freeze plugs
Dyno tested - shipped with results

Notes

Bore and stroke combination makes this crate engine a 377ci displacement

Charts

Warranty Information (PDF)

Guides & Documents

Crate Engines Warranty (227BP38318SP)

Crate Engines Installation Instructions (227BP38318SP)

Crate Engines Technical Information (227BP38318SP)

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CARB Warning

Follow EPA, CARB, and state regulations for engine changes

Emissions warning: this part is for vehicle engine changes, not direct oem engine replacements. In California, engine changes are legal when done in compliance with California bureau of automotive repairs (bar) engine change policy. For assistance, call bar referee at: (800) 622-7733. And see https://bar.Ca.Gov/consumer/smog_check_program/engine_changes. All customers must comply with federal epa mobile source enforcement memorandum no. 1a (and addendum) and all applicable state regulations when conducting engine changes. Improper installation and/or use of this part in California may subject the installer and/or owner to a $37,500 penalty per violation per vehicle, revocation of registration, loss of use on California public right of ways, and proof of correction for tampering. There are similar restrictions and penalties under federal law and laws of all states for use of this engine change part on makes or models of vehicles that render them noncompliant with applicable state and/or federal emission laws with penalties under federal law of up to approximately $45,268 per tampered vehicle and/or engine

CA WARNING:

Can expose you to lead, a carcinogen and reproductive toxicant. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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BluePrint Engines BP38318SP Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #	BP38318SP
Brand	BluePrint Engines
Crate Engine Type	Short Block
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Engine Displacement	383 cu. in.
Camshaft Type	Hydraulic Roller Tappet
Piston Material	Hypereutectic Aluminum
Crankshaft Material	Cast Steel
Carburetor Included	No
Intake Manifold Included	No
Distributor Included	Yes
Valve Covers Included	Yes
Engine Balance	External
Cylinder Heads Included	No
Rear Main Seal Style	1-piece
Throttle Body Included	No
Timing Cover Included	Yes
Oil Pan Included	Yes
Water Pump Included	No
Harmonic Balancer Included	Yes
Flexplate Included	No
Flywheel Included	No
Air Cleaner Included	No
Spark Plugs Included	No
Spark Plug Wires Included	No
Computer Included	No
Wiring Harness Included	No

GENERAL
Torque	450 ft./lbs.
Horsepower	430 horsepower
Camshaft Duration (.050 in)	221° intake / 226° exhaust
Camshaft Lift (in)	.528 intake / .536 exhaust
Bore x Stroke (in)	4.000" x 3.750"
Warranty	None
Assembled	Yes
Camshaft Included	Yes
Lifters Included	No
Block	4 bolt main
Notes	Actual displacement 377 cubic inches. Horsepower numbers are with H8002K cylinder heads installed. Recommended oil for your BluePrint Crate Engine: 10W30, Non-Synthetic, Not for EGR

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Can this engine support a flywheel, clutch assy. Is the engine externally balanced, or complete assembly with the flywheel and clutch balanced as an assembly.

by Ervin

• 2 years ago

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Hello this is a drivers side dip stick motor ? Would my 1972 SBC parts intake/heads ect work on this motor?

by Barry

• 7 years ago

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