ENGINE REBUILD TIME

[chargen86]

hi its time to rebuild my motor its a 440
i was planing to use edelbrock heads.
and i have 3.55 gears at the rear.
i want about 550 hp without stroking.
on pump fuel is this do able
the only things im re-using is the block and the crank

can anyone fill in the gaps
thanks for your time

[Challenger340]

Yes, it is very doable without stroking on pump gas.

read through the proven combos section, but basically the "key" parts are an HONEST 10:1 Compression Ratio(or slightly better) with the Aluminum Eddy Heads, not theoretical, and a decent Camshaft in the 240-250 @ .050 range around mid .500's" Lift(XS282 for example), using a decent Intake & Carb.

The "tricks" getting to actual 550hp level, will involve some enhanced Port Matching/Bowl Porting and Valve seat Angles, NOT delivered with the Eddy's O.O.T.B.
and
tweaking the 10.2-10.3:1 C.R. WITH .050" quench.

I think Ron's old motor was a good example of what you are looking for, Tried & True, he could BEAT IT like a "Red-Headed Step Child" all day with no worries !
I'm sure he'll chime in right away with any details.

Bob out.