1) I don’t know RAMM (op) from anyone or his / her skill level. So this is not personal. But you mention “customer.” Are you a legit machine shop (kinda implied) or are you a crafty engine builder in your home garage helping out fellow car lovers?
2) 383 Mopar was a big block- 383 Chevrolet is a small block stroked out. Two different animals of the same type. Big dog versus Belgian shepherd if you ask me.
3) the small engine bay of a Mopar Abodies did not allow for a big block to fit easy. So a 383 was our “it’s voodoo” magic for years. Now a lot has changed and with strokers being the best route financially- building a Stock 383 is not needed. Kinda like building a 318…..
4) this OP rant is just going to cause hate and discontent. I personally have wasted too much energy on it and I don’t own either engine. lol!
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