Which Big Block Do You Like?

[mauve66]

Of the two choices (383 or 440) I'd go with the 440. But I still like the 383 engine, and the 400 with a 440 crank is one that I'd most definately consider.

1-440
2-400 (stroked)
3-383

no need for a STROKED 400 to be in 2nd. Of course never in stock form will get the 2nd place. Just get back the CR the 383/440 had in earliers days and will be in the 2nd place the same.

ONLY DIFF between 400 and rest of engines is the CR ( and camshaft depending of year ).

ANYWAY  if we talk about stroked 400 againts both in stock... 400 could get 1st place though

if you can stroke one you can stroke any of them so stay with the 440, and if you can spring for the new siamesed bore 440 blocks then..............

[Rolling_Thunder]

Honestly - if you're going to do a complete rebuild there is no reason to not get a 440...    and just do a stock rebuild - nice and simple... 

[Nacho-RT74]

Of the two choices (383 or 440) I'd go with the 440. But I still like the 383 engine, and the 400 with a 440 crank is one that I'd most definately consider.

1-440
2-400 (stroked)
3-383

no need for a STROKED 400 to be in 2nd. Of course never in stock form will get the 2nd place. Just get back the CR the 383/440 had in earliers days and will be in the 2nd place the same.

ONLY DIFF between 400 and rest of engines is the CR ( and camshaft depending of year ).

ANYWAY  if we talk about stroked 400 againts both in stock... 400 could get 1st place though

if you can stroke one you can stroke any of them so stay with the 440, and if you can spring for the new siamesed bore 440 blocks then..............

thats what I think, so is not fair to put in the list the 400 stroked... or everything is stroked or everything is stock on a list like that so:

stroked:

1-440
2-400
3-383

stock:

1-440
2-383
3-400

BUT what I mean is for the cost of a regular rebuild ( not a stroke ) just get the right pistons to raise the compresion like on earliers ages before the 400 came up to substitute the 383, then a 400 will be over the 383.

Engine year is also something to think because an earlier 383, could it be over a late 440 on HP too. But once again... making the rebuild job, raise the compresion with the right pistons on a late 440, and will get the shine of earlier years, and will be on top again.

anyway, the 400 is not in the poll

[A383Wing]

i used to be that way, wanted to be different, tried to convince myself that "it'll be alright", tried to be different, .............................. now i've turned to the dark side...................

But you still drive a pink car... 

Oh, I'm going to hell for that one, I'm sure

[Sublime/Sixpack]

Of the two choices (383 or 440) I'd go with the 440. But I still like the 383 engine, and the 400 with a 440 crank is one that I'd most definately consider.

1-440
2-400 (stroked)
3-383

no need for a STROKED 400 to be in 2nd. Of course never in stock form will get the 2nd place. Just get back the CR the 383/440 had in earliers days and will be in the 2nd place the same.

ONLY DIFF between 400 and rest of engines is the CR ( and camshaft depending of year ).

ANYWAY  if we talk about stroked 400 againts both in stock... 400 could get 1st place though

if you can stroke one you can stroke any of them so stay with the 440, and if you can spring for the new siamesed bore 440 blocks then..............

thats what I think, so is not fair to put in the list the 400 stroked... or everything is stroked or everything is stock on a list like that so:

stroked:

1-440
2-400
3-383

stock:

1-440
2-383
3-400

BUT what I mean is for the cost of a regular rebuild ( not a stroke ) just get the right pistons to raise the compresion like on earliers ages before the 400 came up to substitute the 383, then a 400 will be over the 383.

Engine year is also something to think because an earlier 383, could it be over a late 440 on HP too. But once again... making the rebuild job, raise the compresion with the right pistons on a late 440, and will get the shine of earlier years, and will be on top again.

anyway, the 400 is not in the poll

Me thinks you over reacted or put way too much thought into my post. So, just to clarify my thinking: If the original poster has access to a 383 or 440 I'd go with the 440.

But if by chance he happened to run across a 400 block, and a 440 crank then personally I'd go the 400 stroker route.  Often times it makes good sense to be flexible in your choices especially if you're on a budget, and many of us are.  

[Nacho-RT74]

yeah definitelly!!!

[mauve66]

i used to be that way, wanted to be different, tried to convince myself that "it'll be alright", tried to be different, .............................. now i've turned to the dark side...................

But you still drive a pink car... 

Oh, I'm going to hell for that one, I'm sure

that's why the car will probably be black AND pink now................. you just gave me a vision............. thanks
now i have to get that book on photoshop for dummies

[1970Moparmann]

ANYWAY  if we talk about stroked 400 againts both in stock... 400 could get 1st place though

I'm getting mixed signals on this thread between a stroked 440 and a 400.  I guess everyone has a different opinon .  I have a chance to pick up a 400 block for almost nothing.  Isn't a 400 much lighter?  What is it that would give it a 1st place?

I thought I also read that the K-member has to be notched or something to fit a 400 in a 68 - 70 B-body - is this true?

[Sublime/Sixpack]

ANYWAY  if we talk about stroked 400 againts both in stock... 400 could get 1st place though

I'm getting mixed signals on this thread between a stroked 440 and a 400.  I guess everyone has a different opinon .  I have a chance to pick up a 400 block for almost nothing.  Isn't a 400 much lighter?  What is it that would give it a 1st place?

I thought I also read that the K-member has to be notched or something to fit a 400 in a 68 - 70 B-body - is this true?

You've quoted me as making that statement but I didn't. That was from Nacho's post. I Sublime/Sixpack didn't say anything about a stroked 440.

P.S. Nice '70 Charger!

[1970Moparmann]

Sorry, I deleted too much of the quoted parts. 

Thanks!

[Sublime/Sixpack]

If it were me I'd pick that engine up especially if its next to nothing in cost.

Don't know why anyone would tell you the k-frame would need to be notched?  Not true.   

The 400 would be a little lighter than a 440, not exactlly sure how much though.

I ran a 400 in my '69 Super Bee for a few years with good results.

[1970Moparmann]

If it were me I'd pick that engine up especially if its next to nothing in cost.

I just found out - $50!

It's mine!!!!

[Sublime/Sixpack]

Thats great! What will it be going in?

[mikesbbody]

50 bucks!!! nice score 

[1970Moparmann]

Project- 68 Charger original 383 4 speed with air.

I've always restored my cars to correct spec's, but this time I said "Sometimes you have to say F'it".  Looks like I'm going with a 400 stroker !