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My 408 engine build has taken a turn as my original block didn't sonic to well with some walls coming in @ .90 . So instead of chasing another original block and wasting more money, I have decided to go aftermarket. So my question is which way to go , the arrow which is more a traditional Cleveland or the dart shp 9.200 which is a hybrid type (clevo/windsor). I already have CHI 208 heads and manifold and sump etc. Anyone with some info would be much appreciated
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Thanks mate , not a bad price.
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Pretty sure the dart shp blocks are cheaper. Have just been reading about the some issues with the main cap bolts with the arrow block.
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Completely agree about the state (or lack there of) of our manufacturing industry. You would prefer dart over arrow ? Was leaning towards arrow as its basically a Cleveland block that's been updated.
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This is exactly the reason why I'm opting for an aftermarket block, don't see the point wasting time and $$ on a standard block. Think I'll stick to around 400 cubes but.
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This will mainly be a streetcar so a big dollar block is pointless imo , but you're right about needing bigger heads . Especially being able to go to 440 cubes.
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Yeah was leaning towards the Dart shp 9.200 block. Can use my heads and I think my CHI single plain with a little fab work. It's just sump and pump I think are Windsor.
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Chinese, but finished here correct? I don't need anything outrageous, what is the price for these T.Meyer block's ?
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Have you gone this way yourself, if so how much?
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Hi new guy here , am building a 408 stroked clevo and tossing up between a cast or 4340 crank. I have chi 208 3v heads and single plane manifold, will put a hyd roller 240@.50 .612 lift and a 850 DP . Will go into a xy sedan with a toploader. Will only be a weekend streeter . Is 4340 warrented or would the cast be safice
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Was thinking about 6400 at most . My heads have the c3 assembly from chi. Cheers for the info aswell mate.
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Yes , I will get the complete assembly balanced. Just heard the cast takes more to balance, so it doesn't end up much cheaper. Would you go 4340 or cast ?
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Your right about their dual plane , maybe down the track. Have modeled this build off the nulon xy engine, it uses a single plane. That's why I went that way. Have read the cast cranks take a bit to balance, have you had any experience with them? Cheers
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Anyone else with some info?
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Was thinking as much. So a scat 9000 with h beams and srp forged pistons will be fine? The $800 saving would be nice.