Product Summary

Long Block Crate Engine Type, 10.1:1 Compression Ratio

  • The BluePrint Engines Ford Small Block compatible 408 cubic-inch base dressed engine produces 450 horsepower and 470 ft-lbs of torque in a carbureted, ready-to-run configuration.
  • Featuring BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads, a hydraulic roller cam with .579-inch lift, and a forged rotating assembly with a cast crankshaft, this engine is built for dependable street performance.
  • Designed with a rear sump oil pan for broad Ford chassis compatibility, this base dressed package is dyno tested and backed by BluePrint's industry-leading warranty.
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Key Specs

Crate Engine TypeLong Block
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Engine Displacement408 cu. in.
Camshaft TypeHydraulic Roller
Cylinder Head MaterialAluminum
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BluePrint Engines BPF4089RCTC Details

BluePrint Engines BPF4089RCTC Ford Small Block Compatible 408 c.i. Engine - 450 Horsepower - Base Dressed - Rear Sump - Carbureted SKU: BPF4089RCTC

  • Horsepower & Torque: 450 Horsepower / 470 ft. lbs. Torque
  • Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads
  • Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
  • Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .579 Intake / .579 Exhaust Lift and 236 Intake / 248 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 114° LSA
  • Pistons: Forged
  • Crankshaft: Cast Crank - 4.000"" Stroke and Forged 6.200"" Rods
  • Fuel Recomme     ndation: 91+ Octane" Engine Accessory Specifications

Your BluePrint engine was dyno tested with the parts and specifications listed below.  If you prefer to install a different part, your engine may not produce the horsepower recorded on your dyno sheet. 

  • Firing Order: 1,3,7,2,6,5,4,8
  • Recommended Break in Oil: BPP710 
  • Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30 
  • Recommended Oil Filter: BPP21085 or BPP51515 
  • Total Oil capacity with production oil pan, and Filter: 5 Quarts

Specs

  • Engine Accessory Specifications
  • Your BluePrint engine was dyno tested with the parts and specifications listed below. If you prefer to install a different part, your engine may not produce the horsepower recorded on your dyno sheet.
  • Part Number: BPF4089CTC
  • Fuel Delivery Type: Carbureted, 750cfm, Manual Choke
  • Spark Plug: BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E (.750-inch reach, 14mm thread, 5/8 hex, plug)
  • Spark Plug Gap: .035"
  • Harmonic Balancer: BPP28 - 28.4 Ounce, 6.4" Diameter
  • Flexplate/Flywheel: 28.4 Ounce Weighted
  • Stall Converter: 2000-2400 rpm
  • Intake Manifold: Dual Plane, Satin Aluminum
  • Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane
  • Timing (Initial/Total Advance): Initial timing - 10-16° and Total timing 32-34°
  • Firing Order: 1,3,7,2,6,5,4,8
  • Recommended Break in Oil: BPP710
  • Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30
  • Recommended Oil Filter: BPP21085 or BPP51515
  • Total Oil capacity with production oil pan, and Filter: 5 Quarts

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

BluePrint Engines BPF4089RCTC Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #BPF4089RCTC
BrandBluePrint Engines
Crate Engine TypeLong Block
Compression Ratio10.1:1
Engine Displacement408 cu. in.
Camshaft TypeHydraulic Roller
Cylinder Head MaterialAluminum
Piston MaterialForged Aluminum
Crankshaft MaterialForged Steel
Carburetor IncludedYes
Intake Manifold IncludedYes
Distributor IncludedYes
Connecting Rod MaterialForged Steel
Valve Covers IncludedYes
Engine BalanceExternal
Cylinder Heads IncludedYes
Rear Main Seal Style1-piece
Throttle Body IncludedNo
Timing Cover IncludedYes
Oil Pan IncludedYes
Water Pump IncludedNo
Harmonic Balancer IncludedNo
Flexplate IncludedNo
Flywheel IncludedNo
Air Cleaner IncludedNo
Spark Plugs IncludedNo
Spark Plug Wires IncludedNo
Computer IncludedNo
Wiring Harness IncludedNo
GENERAL
Torque470 ft./lbs.
Horsepower449 horsepower
Combustion Chamber Volume60cc
Camshaft Duration (.050 in)236° intake / 248° exhaust
Bore x Stroke (in)4.040" x 4.00"
Warranty30-Month / 50,000 Mile Warranty
Carburetor QuantityOne
Camshaft IncludedYes
Sold in QuantityEach

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