Hey Big Block Guys!

not sure what assembly costs--ive always done it myself .

"I found a guy who works in the back of a bumper to bumper that is retired and does the machine work part time. Seems like a great guy. "

I would not do that--no way---im just being honest--take it to a reputable Machine Shop--not some guy . Do it right or you will be pulling the motor back out , or worse--have an engine failure.




Call up one of these MOPAR businesses for a rebuild kit / parts/ advice - Mancini Racing , Hughes Engines , Best Machine Engines , they will get you the right parts and help with your parts selection. I dont trust any of my local shops for part selection---they simply do not know mopars .

im a firm believer in talking with Mopar specific dealers when it comes to buying the right stuff.

why would you want some guy that builds 179 chevy small blocks in a year and maybe 2 mopars a year specifying your chrysler build ? Not me !


i agree on the 9:1 up to 10:1 comp ---use your 452 heads (rebuilt of course) -id use a hughes hydraulic cam in it --they will tell you exactly what you need for your engine