Recent content by Pat66Satellite

Normally I would agree 100% about pulling the short block apart. This is my first time going through an engine rebuild. A machine shop had my block for 8 months. He assembled the rotating assembly without zero decking the block to the kb162 pistons. When he called me to let me know it was...

440source heads are advertised 80cc. It will be interesting to see how close they are. My old DP4B intake already sits high on my old 516 heads as well as the new 440source ones for some reason. A little milling on it wouldn't hurt. I really need to go with all new rocker arms and shafts. My...

I had some basic requests when I had the short block redone. I was limited in my budget and selection of pistons a year ago when the machine shop had the short block. I assumed the shop would use the measurements (compression height etc) to deck the block. That didn't happen. The engine was...

I'm looking for any tips on the next steps of my 383 refresh from you guys with experience. I just received my 440Source heads and they are about to go off to the machine shop for a good once over and a milling. My short block is 40 over with KB162 pistons that are .027 below deck. Block was...

Thanks for all the info. I really appreciate it. I just have to find a reputable machine shop in Ohio that can help me out now.

Thanks fellas. Sometimes all I need to hear is other peoples stories to inspire me. Should I wait to get the block looked at and redone until I have decided on stock vs stroker? How long can a redone engine block sit in my garage before I HAVE to start assembling?

I've been a long time lurker here and appreciate all the things I've learned from everyone. I have the 383 out of my 66 Satellite because I found some issues with it. The 516 heads are shot (leaking valves and guides). A few cylinder walls have significant up and down scratches enough to break a...