Well my project is going to take place this winter.... And im getting a new block , stroker kit , & H/C package from port pros. But i need advice on picking the right options.

First decision to make is 383 or 396 ?
Im thinking im gonna go with the 383 because ive heard the 396's are kinda weak and id like to run a fairly big direct port shot... and a big cam.

But the second decision I have to make is short or long block?
This one ive tried searching on tried reading on and cant find much info on the differences? Is it still a direct swap? This is the one i really need help with thanksin advance guys.

 

Short block:

block
crankshaft and bearings
connecting rods and bearings
pistons
rings
cam bearings
camshaft
timing gears and chain
oil pan

Long block

add these to the short block list:

heads
valves
springs
pushrods
lifters
oil pump
sometimes the water pump
sometimes the distributor
sometime the intake

So, if you have a set of heads ready to go, go short block....

Mike

 

regular tech

 

so there are no physical differences? its just what the block comes with...

 

a short block and a long block aren't dimensions.

long block vs short block is like "wheel and tire package" vs "wheels"

 

That is where I would move it to if I was a mod here... But hey, we have flappin' lips on this board...

YES

 

thanks i got it now =P