Small Block & Big Block Chevy Specific - Need some pirice on engine?

I'm starting to save some money right now (I probable won't have the money till next year or so) and wondering How much does a 427 goes for? I'm just talking about the block and forge internal. And also I have one more question. What is the different from short block and long block? I'm guessing the long block is longer/bigger? Sorry for asking some stupid question. I'm still learning.
thanks mike

short block= block, crank, pistons, etc...some times cam


long block= block, heads, intake...normaly everything but the exhaust manny and carburator on a carb car


sorry, but thats all i can help you with...btw when i first started gatting into the hobby i asked the same question :eyes:

thanks for your info. now all i need is a ball park price. I got a feeling that this a going to cost an arm and a leg but i'm just wondering. More realistic plane will be going with 402 or 408.

I'm assuming you're looking for pricing on a 427 LS1/LS6 engine?? If so you might want to check out the LS-based forums.

If you're looking to go old school 427 big block chevy, IMHO start with a 454 (cheaper and easier to find) and stroke that to a 496 or higher.

Derek

I'm assuming you're looking for pricing on a 427 LS1/LS6 engine?? If so you might want to check out the LS-based forums.



Derek

thanks
mike

I agree, a 427 holds a great place in history, but cubic inches rule, and if you're going to haul around an extra lump of iron, you'll need them!!LOL!!

i posted this in another post, check it out

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i posted this in another post, check it out

http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=137080&prmenbr=361

I've seen people take that crate engine and put an 8-71 Weind Blower on it and make about 700-800 horsepower!! That would be the best street set-up in my opinion. :)

that would be very nasty!!! and for a great price

that's pretty sweet. Now all i have to do is somehow save some money :cry:

http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/CategoryDisplay?cgmenbr=361&cgrfnbr=947

here is a list of all the motors that jegs has for sale. look it over and you might beable to find something in your price range.

what is funny is that a bone stock ls1 cost $6000! when you can get a 454 with 425 hp and over 500lb of torque for $1100 less lol.

bone stock ls1 cost $6000! when you can get a 454 with 425 hp and over 500lb of torque for $1100 less lol.
that is pretty funny :burn: