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BluePrint BP4002CTC1 GM 400, Base Dressed Engine, Alum Heads, Roller Cam

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BluePrint BP4002CTC1 GM 400, Base Dressed Engine, Alum Heads, Roller Cam

All aluminum heads and roller cams
Rotating assembly balanced to within 2 grams
Features a new forged crankshaft with 5.7" connecting rods

Level Of Dress:

#2 Base Dressed - Carbureted

#1 Long Block #3 Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted #3 Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted - Black Pulley Kit

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Product Summary

Long Block Crate Engine Type, 500 horsepower Horsepower

All aluminum heads and roller cams
Rotating assembly balanced to within 2 grams
Features a new forged crankshaft with 5.7" connecting rods
This GM 400 c.i. engine puts out 500 horsepower and 510 ft lb. of torque
The cylinders honed on computer controlled machine to within .0002 straightness and roundness

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Key Specs

Crate Engine Type	Long Block
Engine Displacement	400 cu. in.
Horsepower	500 horsepower
Compression Ratio	10.3:1
Torque	510 ft./lbs

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BluePrint Engines BP4002CTC1 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 400 - Base Dressed Engine - Aluminum Heads - Roller Cam

Overview

HP & Torque: 500 HP / 510 FT LBS
Compression Ratio: 10.3:1
Aluminum Heads
Forged Pistons
Roller Cam
Forged Crank
Part #: BP4002CTC1

Block

BRAND NEW BluePrint Cast Iron Block
4 Bolt Mains
Square and parallel decked
Align honed main bearing bore
Cylinders are sonic tested for thickness
Cylinders honed on computer controlled machine to within .0002 straightness and roundness
1-Piece Rear Main Seal

Rotating Assembly

New forged crankshaft
5.7" connecting rods
150,000 psi rod bolts
Forged pistons
Hastings moly rings
Rotating assembly balanced to within 2 grams
High volume oil pump
Hydraulic roller cam
Roller lifters

Cylinder Heads

BluePrint aluminum - 64cc chamber
Hardened retainers and springs
2.08 swirl polished intake valves
1.60 swirl polished exhaust valves
BP Aluminum Head Part# H8103

Cam Specs

Cam Type: Roller
.553 Intake .576 Exhaust
236 Intake / 242 Exhaust duration
@ .050 - 110° lobe separation
1.6 Roller rockers

Ignition Timing

10-16° inital and total timing 32-34° at 3500 RPM

Also Includes

Intake Manifold - dual plane, satin aluminum
Carburetor - Holley 850cfm HOLLEY 04781/ MANUAL CHOKE
Valve covers, oil pan and timing cover
Brass freeze plugs
Dyno test results shipped with engine

Warranty

30 month / 50,000 mile

Notes

NEW BluePrint block manufacturedand machined in the USA!Not for EGR

Charts

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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

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BluePrint Engines BP4002CTC1 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #	BP4002CTC1
Brand	BluePrint Engines
Crate Engine Type	Long Block
Engine Displacement	400 cu. in.
Horsepower	500 horsepower
Compression Ratio	10.3:1
Torque	510 ft./lbs
Camshaft Type	Hydraulic Roller Tappet
Cylinder Head Material	Aluminum
Piston Material	Forged Aluminum
Crankshaft Material	Forged Steel
Camshaft Duration (.050 in)	236° intake / 242° exhaust
Camshaft Lift (in)	.555 intake / .576 exhaust
Bore x Stroke (in)	4.125" bore x 3.750"
Carburetor Included	Yes
Intake Manifold Included	Yes
Distributor Included	Yes
Valve Covers Included	Yes
Engine Balance	Internal/External
Cylinder Heads Included	Yes
Rear Main Seal Style	1-piece
Throttle Body Included	No
Oil Pan Included	Yes
Timing Cover Included	Yes
Water Pump Included	No
Harmonic Balancer Included	No
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
Accessory Bolt Holes Drilled	Yes

GENERAL
Warranty	30 month / 50,000 miles
Assembled	Yes
Camshaft Included	Yes
Block	4 bolt main
GTIN Code	816671020755
Notes	Recommended oil for your BluePrint Crate Engine: 10W30, Non-Synthetic, Not for EGR
Sold in Quantity	Each

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Will this fit in a 1970 Firebird?

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Can you provide recommended part numbers for flexplate, torque converter and harmonic balancer for this engine.

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What is the bore and stroke? What would be the recommended converter stall speed for street driving?

by Geezo

• 6 years ago

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Would that motor fit in my 72 Nova and what flywheel would I use and what could I do to give it more horsepower

by Mikey

• 6 years ago

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Will this fix my 1916 Chevy pick up.

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• 6 years ago

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Will this fit into a 1979 Monte Carlo? What type of transmission would I need for this engine? My Monte currently has a 4.4L V8, 267 cu in.

by Jake

• 7 years ago

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So Eric answered my question re. the 1970 Camaro, 4 speed Muncie, 12 Bolt Rear End and said the clutch should be upgraded. I did upgrade the clutch last year to: McLeod Street Pro Clutch Kit GM V8 Street Pro Clutch Kit 1955-1979 GM V8 Spline: 1-1/8" x 10 Disc Diameter: 11" Is this clutch adequate for the 508 HP Blueprint engine?

by Dan

• 7 years ago

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Will my 1970 Camaro, 4 speed Muncie, 12 bolt stock rear end handle the power from this engine without modifications?

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• 7 years ago

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Is this a big block or small block?

by Trevor

• 8 years ago

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I am building a day two 62 Chevy Impala . Would it be possible to exchange (+/- cash) the single four barrel for an "Air Gap" dual quad manifold?

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• 8 years ago

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