440 Build

[Skeeter007]

Hey all, I'm going to start acquiring parts for the engine build. I'm not going to start a new thread for it, so click on the link below and it will take you to the build page. just in the name of not cluttering up this site. I'd love some input.

Slow build 71 Scamp 440

 

[Skeeter007]

What does everyone think about Sidewinder as a head option?

 

[496 polara]

I would have no problem with the sidewinder heads.If getting them from Todd Marsh have him go through them to check them out and do any touch ups needed.

 

[Skeeter007]

I would have no problem with the sidewinder heads.If getting them from Todd Marsh have him go through them to check them out and do any touch ups needed.

Just got off the phone with him.

 

[oldkimmer]

Any alum head will be better than a cast iron head. Good luck. Kim

 

[Skeeter007]

Any alum head will be better than a cast iron head. Good luck. Kim

Im finally going to use those pistons I got off you. KB-237’s! Do you remember and history on them?

 

[oldkimmer]

Im finally going to use those pistons I got off you. KB-237’s! Do you remember and history on them?

Yess sir. Message me. Kim

 

[Skeeter007]

Engine Balance Question

Going to wake up this thread to avoid clutter.
I have an externally balanced rotating assembly.
I need to know what I should bring to the machine shop for balancing.
Crank, pistons, rings, rods, rod bearings and harmonic dampener I have now.
Do I need to get a flex plate and torque convertor? Can these be acquired and balanced at a later date?
Should they be technically balanced from the factory already and just bolt them on?
So many questions. lol

thanks guys

 

[IQ52]

I think I would call the machine shop and ask them what they want you to bring.

 

[Skeeter007]

I think I would call the machine shop and ask them what they want you to bring.

Someones gone through the steps. Thanks for the reply.