the big inch SB get very pricey to do....

Why not another 383 to replace the one that was stolen? How did it run with that combo in it?

What drive?

Dart SHP short block is $5k. That is right in line with other builds and all the existing small block stuff will bolt on.

And to think there was a well built stroker with a brand new Dart block that sat in the classifieds for months before it sold this summer.

Why ? the crank kits are about the same price

Hell build a 454 SBC....now we're talking!!

I'm talking about well over 400ci aftermarket block etc...

Thanks all for the replies.

It is an alpha boat. I would like to eventually do the bravo swap, but right now with space being a limiting factor...it's not in the cards.

I think the main reason I was wanting to go BBC is that from what I understand about them, it would be easier, more reliable, and maybe a little cheaper to do a mild BBC and have close to the same performance my SBC stroker had.

Am I wrong in thinking I could do a BBC with upgraded heads, cam, intake, and carb and be close to the same performance my SBC had? I never had my stroker on the dyno, but me and my builder estimated 450-475 hp.

Overall at this point in the boats life it's used as mainly a family boat vs speed boat meaning lots of water sports and such. So I am looking for a reliable solid performing 60's range. When I can do the bravo swap I may look into more power at that point.

Thanks again for all the insight!

Maybe just put it back to stock, sell it and buy a bigger boat with the Big Block, it may be safer.