It was requested that I document my engine build
This thread/s will be a "pinned" thread and it will be closed after each addition I make to it
I am doing this to keep responses/replies/comments out to make it easier for others who wish to learn about assembling an engine
another thread will be started and "pinned" for responses/replies/comments to this thread
I will be building a 1978 .030 over 454, cast crank, 2-bolt mains with a ARP stud kit installed
the machine shop has cleaned, inspected the line bore, cylinder bores, lifter bores, cleaned all oil passages and install new plugs
the decks have been cut approx .010
new cam bearings installed, rods reconditioned and installed new ARP rod bolts
the rotating assembly has been balanced too
ROTATING ASSEMBLY....
stock cast crank that has been cut .010/.010
stock rods with 3/8" ARP bolts
Speed Pro forged pistons L2399F .030 13.8 cc dome
ATI super dampner
HEADS.....
stock 781 cast iron heads, 1979 vintage
2.19/1.88 valves installed
Lunati beehives springs/retainers to match cam
heads have been milled to bring the combustion chambers down to 108cc
Comp Cams 4021 stud girdles
Comp Cams Hi-Tech roller rockers
CAM...
Lunati VooDoo hydraulic roller 20110712
lift intake exhaust
.601 .601
duration @ .050
intake exhaust
231 239
Lobe separation angle 110 degrees
intake centerline 106
here's a couple of pictures getting set up