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Old Oct 20, 2001 | 10:06 PM
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Car: Camaro Z281991 Engine: 5.7L/350 TPI Transmission: TH700R4 ··································· Car: Acura CL 1998
Engine: 3.0L/183
Transmission: 4 spd auto/OD
377 build up

I ran across a 377 buildup ( 400 cu.in block bored .30 with 350 crank) but didnt get all the info.. I know theyre hi-rev engines..
What exactly do I have to do to assemble one ? Are forged parts necessery ?

Thx 4 the info (if there is any lol)
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Old Oct 21, 2001 | 12:23 AM
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From: 51°N 114°W, 3500'
Car: 87 IROC L98
Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
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Forged pistons should be used but lower cost pistons will work also. all the fasteners should be good aftermarket like ARP etc.

To put a 350 crank into a 400 block special bearing spacers are required since the mains in the 400 block are larger.

These engines are designed for high rpm HP but with only the stroke of a 350, don't produce as much low end torque as a 400. A typical race 377 starts building power above 4000 rpm. A street engine usually tops out around 5000 rpm.

The 377 makes a good race engine for drag or oval track but I wouldn't suggest one for use on the street. Build a 350, 383 or 400 instead.

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Old Oct 21, 2001 | 03:59 AM
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Car: Camaro Z281991 Engine: 5.7L/350 TPI Transmission: TH700R4 ··································· Car: Acura CL 1998
Engine: 3.0L/183
Transmission: 4 spd auto/OD
Hmm, i suppose ur right...
Ill keep looking for a nice build up
thx
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Old Oct 21, 2001 | 11:17 AM
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do a 406 you'll get the most grunt for the least money.
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