GM Small Block Compatible 383 c.i. Engine - 436 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted
GM Small Block Compatible 383 c.i. Engine - 436 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted
GM Small Block Compatible 383 c.i. Engine - 436 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted
GM Small Block Compatible 383 c.i. Engine - 436 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted

GM Small Block Compatible 383 c.i. Engine - 436 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted

SKU: BP38318CTC1D

GM Small Block Compatible 383 c.i. Engine - 436 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted

SKU: BP38318CTC1D

Horsepower & Torque: 436 Horsepower / 443 ft. lbs. Torque

Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads

Compression Ratio: 10:1

Camshaft: Hydraulic Roller Cam - .544 Intake / .555 Exhaust Lift and 230 Intake / 236 Exhaust Duration @ .050 - 110° LSA

Pistons: Hypereutectic

Crankshaft: Cast Crank - 3.750" Stroke and 5.700" Rods

Regular price $6,649.00
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OVERVIEW:

BluePrint's BP38318CTC1D GM Small Block compatible performance crate engines are Dyno tested at our factory with a Holley Classic 750cfm Carburetor to get 436 horsepower and 443 minimum torque values. This engine features a 4-inch bore which mathematically yields a 377ci with a 3.75-inch stroke. This engine comes with a Timing Cover, Valve Covers, Distributor, Dipstick, Oil Pan, Spark Plugs and Wires, Dual Plane Satin Aluminum Intake, Holley 750cfm Carburetor with Manual Choke, and Air Cleaner. 

Description:

  • Horsepower and Torque: 436 Horsepower / 443 ft. lbs. Torque 
  • Compression Ratio: 10.0:1
  • BluePrint Engines Aluminum Heads
  • BluePrint Engines Hydraulic Roller Cam
  • BluePrint Engines Hypereutectic Pistons
  • BluePrint Engines Cast Crankshaft

Block:

  • BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron Block
  • Drilled and Tapped for Clutch Linkage
  • Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes
  • Passenger Side Dipstick
  • 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
  • 4-Bolt Main
  • 4.000" Bore

Rotating Assembly:

  • Cast Crankshaft
  • 3.750" Stroke
  • OEM Type 5.700" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts
  • Hypereutectic Pistons
  • Externally Balanced Front and Rear 

Cylinder Heads:

  • BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads - H8002K
  • 64cc Chamber
  • 2.02" Intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
  • 195cc Intake / 75cc Exhaust Runners

Cam Specs:

  • Hydraulic Roller
  • .544 Intake / .555 Exhaust Lift
  • 230 Intake / 236 Exhaust Duration
  • @ .050-110 Degree Lobe Separation

Ignition Timing:

  • 34 Degrees Total at 3500 RPM

Also Includes:

  • Holley Classic 750cfm Vacuum Secondary Carburetor w/ Manual Choke
  • Standard Rotation Long Style Water Pump - BPP67265
  • Aluminum Intake Manifold - BPP350VINT
  • Thermostat and Thermostat Housing
  • HEI Distributor - BPP350RBK
  • Valve Covers - BPP9518
  • Fuel Pump - BPP61073
  • Harmonic Balancer 
  • Spark Plug Wires
  • Timing Cover
  • Spark Plugs
  • Air Cleaner
  • Oil Pan

Recommended Break in Oil: BPP710 (Click Here)

Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30 (Click Here)

Recommended Oil Filter: BPP51061 (Click Here)

Notes:

  • *Will not clear a stock Corvette hood. Please call for special build options.
  • This engine features a true 4-inch bore, which mathematically yields 377 CID with a 3.75-inch stroke.
  • Not for use in pollution-controlled vehicles.
  • The performance aluminum cylinder heads on this engine feature a .500 raised port vs OEM.

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: BP38318CTC1D

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: BPP400L - 400 ci Weighed, 8" Diameter

Flexplate/Flywheel: Late 350 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: 1,8,4,3,6,5,7,2

Recommended Break in Oil: BPP710 (Click Here)

Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30 (Click Here)

Recommended Oil Filter: BPP51061 (Click Here)

Total Oil Capacity with Production Oil Pan, and 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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