campionchase910

Anybody else out there with opinions on this block through experience

GPM

What do you need to know ?

campionchase910

How good they are compared to blue blocks.

GPM

I doubt you'll find anything better than the Dart, only my opinion and I'm not an engine builder.

campionchase910

Thanks GPM, just wanted some reassurance

campionchase910

GPM how does this engine ingredient sound:

dart big m block--8.5-1 compression
dart pro-1 heads
scat 4.5 stroke crank
oliver 6,535 billet rods
je piston & rings
crane hydraulic roller. 262 intake 264 exhaust, .680 lift intake
.630 lift exhaust on 114 center line
12 qt. oil pan
2 stage water pump
manley pushrods
scorpion roller rockers
whipple 3.3 blower kit
autronic efi system
msd ignition system

GPM

If it was mine, I like Brodix heads better, I would use a 6.7 rod, I would have a bigger split on the cam probably 8 degrees and shaft rockers just because I like them. I don't know anything about Whipple or Autronic Efi. Manley and MSD should be fine. If I remember right this is a 598, nice size motor, I like the 4.5 crank, I would use a Crower.

GPM

I missed a couple, the Big M is an excellant choice, the compression should work well with the Whipple from what I hear. Oliver is a great rod, JE is a good piston, definitely
want good rings. 12 qt pan should also be fine, I think you'll want to add an oil cooler with a thermostat.

campionchase910

GPM definitely a oil cooler and temp. As far as bore I am not sure but I will find out.

campionchase910

Jeff that 5 litre whipple will be a nice addition to the 598. Are you working with Dustin. He may suggest Ls1 firing order.