Chrysler Small Block Compatible 408 c.i. Engine - 465 Horsepower - Deluxe Dressed - Carbureted

Overview:

This BluePrint Engines crate engine delivers a strong 465 horsepower and 494 ft-lbs. of torque with a pump-gas-friendly 10:1 compression ratio, making it an ideal choice for classic muscle car builds and street performance applications. Built with a durable cast crankshaft, forged pistons, and a performance roller cam, it’s topped with aluminum heads for improved airflow and efficiency. A Holley 750cfm Classic Carburetor feeds the engine, supported by a complete fuel system including a fuel pump, fuel line, and spark plugs and wires for reliable ignition. Cooling is handled by a drive side inlet water pump, thermostat, and thermostat housing, while a harmonic balancer, timing cover, valve covers, distributor, oil pan, and air cleaner round out this turn-key package—perfect for dropping into your next street-ready project.

Description:

• Horsepower & Torque: 465 Horsepower / 494 FT. LBS. Torque
• Compression Ratio: 10:1
• Aluminum Heads
• Roller Cam
• Cast Crankshaft
  
• Forged Pistons
  

Block:

• Hand-Picked Seasoned Magnum Block
• Square and Parallel Decked
• Align Honed Main Bearing Bore
• Cylinders Honed on Computer Controlled Machine to Within .0002 Straightness and Roundness
• Cylinders are Sonic Tested for Thickness
• 2-Bolt Main
• 4.040" Bore
• 2-Piece Rear Main Seal
• Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes
  

Rotating Assembly:

• Cast Crankshaft
  
• 4.000" Stroke
  
• Forged Magnum 6.123" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts
• Forged Pistons
• Externally Balanced Front and Rear
  

Cylinder Heads:

• BluePrint Engines Assembled and Machined Edelbrock 61769 Casting
• Aluminum Magnum Pattern Cylinder Heads
• 58cc Chamber
• Aluminum Roller Rockers
• 2.02" Intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
• 176cc Intake / 75cc Exhaust Runners
  

Cam Specs:

• Cam Type: Roller
• .544 Intake / .541 Exhaust Lift
• 236 Intake / 242 Exhaust Duration
• @.050-110 Degree Lobe Separation
  

Ignition Timing:

• 34 Degrees Total at 4000 RPM
  

Also Includes:

• Holley 750cfm Classic Carburetor - BPP080508S
  
• Thermostat and Thermostat Housing
• Drive Side Inlet Water Pump
• Fuel Pump and Fuel Line
• Spark Plugs and Wires
• Harmonic Balancer
• Timing Cover
• Valve Covers
  
• Air Cleaner
• Distributor
  
• Oil Pan

Notes:

• If installing with a Manual Transmission with .750" input shaft, Recommended Pilot bearing is PN FC-69907.
• Recommended Pilot OD is 1.81"