[flipper35]

I found all the parts I need at Hughes Engines out of Illinois. Including an assembled crate motor with 535hp on pump gas. If I am willing to drop a little horse, I could get 530ft/lbs of torque. I also found out the chavy guys are really limited in the flat tappet cams with the small lifter bore.

They also have a complete stroker kit (entire rotating mass, balances, and bearings) for $1500+ to go to 408cid.

To build the block I have I would have to spend about $4000.00 - $5000 plus the machining on the block itself. Does this sound like a reasonable price? I don't know because I was given most of the parts last time.

Thanks guys.

BTW, most pistons are not available in the stock 4.000 bore. Otherwise I would leave it until it needed it.