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cfinance · 01-22-2008, 02:28 AM

I've torn apart my 350 in prep for a mild performance rebuild: >= 350 hp/ci, budget of $2500-$3000. What is the difference in the build tolerances between a "blueprinted" engine and a good, careful rebuild? Where would I get the needed tolerances for a blueprinted build? Is it worth the hassle and extra hours?

The truck is a mid-life project, not a daily driver. The main reason for the build is for the experience...and to show it off at the occasional stop light and burger joint.

I'm an apprentice machinist and know enough to get in trouble. Please help me get in trouble

01-22-2008, 02:28 AM	#1
cfinance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Port Orchard, WA Posts: 122	Engine Blueprinting I've torn apart my 350 in prep for a mild performance rebuild: >= 350 hp/ci, budget of $2500-$3000. What is the difference in the build tolerances between a "blueprinted" engine and a good, careful rebuild? Where would I get the needed tolerances for a blueprinted build? Is it worth the hassle and extra hours? The truck is a mid-life project, not a daily driver. The main reason for the build is for the experience...and to show it off at the occasional stop light and burger joint. I'm an apprentice machinist and know enough to get in trouble. Please help me get in trouble __________________ '71 C-10 Fleetside, 350/SM465 My truck is like my wife: they no longer look like they did on the showroom floor, but you just can't beat the beauty that comes with age.