Originally Posted by hambone82
I recently picked up this standard bore block for next to nothing. I have heard the horror stories about these 400's, but am curious as to what others think before I possibly waste my money. This motor will be a circle track motor so filling the block won't be an option. Is it worth the time or should I stay with another 383-388 combo like I have now? Any help is appreciated.
Thanks, Dave
Dave, Save your self the money and buy a Dart SHP block, by the time you add splayed caps and all the other machine work you will have more money in the block than a SHP block is new.
We build a few UMP engines, they all get aftermarket blocks. Saves you money in the long run