Name: Chrysler Small Block Compatible 408 c.i. Engine - 465 Horsepower - Base Dressed - Fuel Injected
Brand: Blueprint Engines
SKU: BPC4085CTF
Price: 10049.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Horsepower & Torque: 465 Horsepower / 494 ft. lbs. Torque

Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Assembled, Edelbrock Aluminum Cylinder Heads

Compression Ratio: 10:1

Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller - .544 Intake / .541 Exhaust Lift and 236 Intake / 242 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 110° LSA

Pistons: Forged

Crankshaft: Cast Crank - 4.000" Stroke and Forged 6.123" Rods

Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane

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Overview:

This BluePrint Engines crate engine delivers a powerful 465 horsepower and 494 ft-lbs. of torque with a crisp 10:1 compression ratio, making it a perfect match for street machines and classic muscle car builds. It’s equipped with lightweight aluminum heads and a performance roller cam for improved efficiency and throttle response, while the cast crankshaft and forged pistons provide strength and durability underload. Topped with a Holley Sniper 2 EFI System and intake manifold, this setup delivers reliable fuel flow and proven performance. Included components like the harmonic balancer, distributor, timing cover, valve covers, and oil pan round out a complete, ready-to-run package built for street performance with old-school attitude.

Description:

Horsepower & Torque: 465 Horsepower / 494 ft. lbs. Torque
Compression Ratio: 10:1
Edelbrock Magnum Aluminum Heads
BluePrint Engines Hydraulic Roller Cam
BluePrint Engines Cast Crankshaft
BluePrint Engines Forged Pistons

Block:

Hand-Picked Seasoned Magnum Block
Square and Parallel Decked
Align Honed Main Bearing Bore
Cylinders Honed on Computer Controlled Machine to Within .0002 Straightness and Roundness
Cylinders are Sonic Tested for Thickness
2-Bolt Main
4.040" Bore
2-Piece Rear Main Seal
Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes

Rotating Assembly:

Cast Crankshaft
4.000" Stroke
Forged Magnum 6.123" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts
Forged Pistons
Externally Balanced Front and Rear

Cylinder Heads:

BluePrint Engines Assembled and Machined Edelbrock 61769 Casting
Aluminum Magnum Pattern Cylinder Heads
58cc chamber
Aluminum Roller Rockers
2.02" Intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
176cc Intake / 75cc Exhaust Runners

Cam Specs:

Hydraulic Roller
.544 Intake / .541 Exhaust Lift
236 Intake / 242 Exhaust Duration
@.050-110 Degree Lobe Separation

Ignition Timing:

34 Degrees Total at 4000 RPM

Also Includes:

Holley Sniper II EFI - BPP550-510-3XX
Edelbrock Performance Intake Manifold - BPP7577
Pro-Series Ready Run Distributor - BPP3603BK
Mopar Harmonic Balancer - BPP360
BluePrint Dipstick - BPP9224
Tall Valve Covers
Oil Pan and Pump
Timing Cover

Notes:

If installing with a Manual Transmission with .750" input shaft, Recommended Pilot bearing is PN FC-69907.
Recommended Pilot OD is 1.81"

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: BPC4085CTF

Fuel Delivery Type: Fuel Injected

Spark Plug: BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E (.750-inch reach, 14mm thread, 5/8 hex, plug)

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Harmonic Balancer: Magnum Weighted balancer such as BPP360. EXTERNALLY BALANCED '1993-'1997, 7.25" Diameter.

Flexplate/Flywheel: LA 360, (Pre-Magnum) such as BPP727360 if paired with 727 transmission.

Stall Converter: 2200 - 2600 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: 1,8,4,3,6,5,7,2

Recommended Break in Oil: BPP710 (Click Here)

Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30 (Click Here)

Recommended Oil Filter: BPP21085 or BPP51515 (Click Here)

Total Oil capacity with production oil pan, and Correct Filter: 5 Quarts

Header Partners:
Click here for our Header Partners and recommendations.

Click here to download a copy of the Installation Guide that came with your BluePrint engine.

BETTER THAN THE REST.

The satisfaction of our customers is our highest priority at BluePrint Engines. We use quality components to balance your engine's rotating assembly within two grams of spec. We dyno test your crate engine and certify that it's ready to deliver horsepower and torque.

We give your BluePrint engine the industry's best-in-class warranty for 30-months / 50,000 miles — with the extra confidence only BluePrint can provide. Our warranty applies to individual or professional installations and is fully transferable.

For a detailed overview of our warranty, click here.

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO RESULTS.

We make sure we hit our target horsepower and proper torque with every crate engine. We use an advanced computerized balancer to get our rotating assemblies within two grams, ensuring silky smooth power over the entire RPM range. That's precisely why our engines sound and run better than our competitors.

BRAGGING RIGHTS INCLUDED!

A comprehensive, dyno-generated printout showing these critical specs will accompany your delivered engine. No more guessing or wondering what your installed engine's real-world peak horsepower and torque ratings actually are. Any doubters in the crowd? Simply flash 'em your dyno results!

This engine will be dyno tested before it ships to you at no additional charge (others charge $500)!

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BluePrint Engines Crate Engine Break-In Oil — 1 Quart