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I finally got all the pistons in an went back an check clearances this weekend an all is well. Just though I would share. This has been a long time coming. Hopefully have the engine together sometimes in March.

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Looks good :thumbs:

Quite the dome on those pistons. What cubic inch are you building?

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ya kickin domes on those pistons, what heads are you using and what compression will it end up being with the chamber size.

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Now were talking!

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Specs?

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Guys it is a 427 .030. GM steel crank, Callies rods, solid custom roller for my application an has been balanced. I will try an keep it updated. Went to put my my timing chain cover on it it would not fit right so I could set my camshaft end play. So going try an get time to work on that this week.

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The camshaft his suppose to be 2800-7000 and the heads are Brodix oval port RR's. Also have the Brodix valve covers.

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Sweet!

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Thanks, it has been a long time coming. Going to work on it again this weekend.

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Rat...this should have XXX next to the tag line!
Going to be good!

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Thanks.

I try to do things right. Starting with this an get the truck right. I then may go to more cubes in a few years.

I ditched the steel roller cam button for a nylon easier to set clearance with it.

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I sure would like to start on it again. But, it is 21 degrees outside an I am on call this weekend an worked half the night last night. I do not even feel like firing the heater up. So, it is going to wait I guess.

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Got a little more done but no pictures will have some most likely this coming up weekend.

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Couple more pictures.

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This thread and me getting my fab work done to my truck has me wanting to get my 496 back even more!!!!! :)

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Very nice & clean!!

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Thanks,

I am going to try an got the oil pump bolted in place an check its height one last time an then bolt the oil pan in place. Post a pick again tomorrow hopefully. I am on call this weekend 24/7.

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What oil pump are you using?
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I ended up going with the M77 pump. Changed out the spring in favor of the high pressure spring. Had the M77HV pump but changed my mind on it. Still have it setting on the table in the box.

I have always used the M77 an never had a problem. "So if it's not broke don't fix it". I heard the argument on both sides. I decided to go with what I know an have always done.

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I've used both and can only recommend the HV if you are running an oil pan with a capacity of 8+ quarts, this from experience of course.

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Thats the thing on the Big block a little more pressure is better than the Hvolume pump and less of a power robber too.

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That is what I was thinking too. But, I can see it both ways. I just went with what I have always done.

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I have been kicking my self the last few months for not going with a std pump. I get little annoying leaks. Pushing 60psi when cold and around 45-50 when warm. I may replace mine soon.

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I found that out the hard way too.:lol:

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If I ever get my lazy butt started again. I am going to put the oil pan on.