bbc 454 build

[partie4evr]

hi my name is chris and i have a 1974 chevy 454 with a 4 bolt main that i will be putting into a 21 foot schiada river cruiser v drive . i have built many engins before but this will be my first venture in v8 i used to haave a sandrail that had a vw in it . i would like to get around 900 hp out of it .so pretty much what i would like to know is how would u guys do it i have about ten g to spend on it . i am open to turbo and blower options whaat brand of parts would u use cam lift head size u know all that good stuff thank you very much in advance for your time and help have a great day .

 

[obnoxious001]

hi my name is chris and i have a 1974 chevy 454 with a 4 bolt main that i will be putting into a 21 foot schiada river cruiser v drive . i have built many engins before but this will be my first venture in v8 i used to haave a sandrail that had a vw in it . i would like to get around 900 hp out of it .so pretty much what i would like to know is how would u guys do it i have about ten g to spend on it . i am open to turbo and blower options whaat brand of parts would u use cam lift head size u know all that good stuff thank you very much in advance for your time and help have a great day .

I sent you a PM over on PB,, think it has my phone number in it.

 

[wrighton]

Several things to consider. Going blown or turbo, you want to make sure you invest in some good internals and to make sure everything is clearanced correctly for a marine engine.

Lets face it. We dont want just a 900HP engine, We want a 900Hp engine thats going to be reliable and live.

there are several great post by obnoxious on here showing a marine engine build.

Looks like Barry has sent you his number. I would start by a call to discuss your options and good luck with your build.

 

[racerden]

hi my name is chris and i have a 1974 chevy 454 with a 4 bolt main that i will be putting into a 21 foot schiada river cruiser v drive . i have built many engins before but this will be my first venture in v8 i used to haave a sandrail that had a vw in it . i would like to get around 900 hp out of it .so pretty much what i would like to know is how would u guys do it i have about ten g to spend on it . i am open to turbo and blower options whaat brand of parts would u use cam lift head size u know all that good stuff thank you very much in advance for your time and help have a great day .

Good luck Chris. If you have a good seasoned block with 7/16 rods and a steel crank, you should be able to find used turbo bolt-on's out there. The 10K # you threw out is entry level however used properly, it can fly...just barely. Be sure to invest huge in your heads basically starting with all new valves & springs if you choose turbo/blown applications. If you do chose a TT setup start with the Engle TC-7 cam, flat tappets etc. Good cam & grind for just about everything you want. Listen to Barry.
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