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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:14 AM
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350ci to a 400ci

im looking to swap out the carbed 350ci out with a 400ci block im picking up. i plan on rebuilding the 400ci before it goes into the car. any suggestions on parts, part variables or anything for that matter. (especially with the cam. Im not that good at picking them out.)

i was thinking about putting a full 4" stroke in it.

let me know whats up.

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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:41 AM
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Re: 350ci to a 400ci

Make sure it's drilled for both starter bolt patterns.
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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:47 AM
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Re: 350ci to a 400ci

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Make sure it's drilled for both starter bolt patterns.
Any reason than to be able to interchange?
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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:50 AM
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Re: 350ci to a 400ci

Various clearance issues can arise down the road when you try to use a 168 tooth flywheel and starter. Best to use the 153, and then everything fits just like it did when it was stock.
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Old May 27, 2011 | 10:57 AM
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Re: 350ci to a 400ci

Ok thank ill add that to my long things to do if not already done.
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Old May 28, 2011 | 03:38 PM
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Re: 350ci to a 400ci

got the engine yesterday.
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