SoCal Jet Boats
Tech Talk => Engine Mechanical / Electrical => Topic started by: bills79southwind on October 08, 2009, 04:36:47 AM
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I bought a 79 southwind 3 years ago and I wiped the cam recently. The offseason on the East Coast is jsut starting and I want to get started early. I've decided to replace the 454 with a complete new motor. I've been doing some research and the price ranges vary significantly depending on who you go with. For example, Promar has a turnkey 540 with the following specs.
Chevy 540CI Big Block Marine 600HP 700FT/LBS TQ
Block
NEW Dart BIG M Block 4.500 bore
4 bolt main 2 pc seal design
Cylinder Heads
World Products Rectangular port heads 320cc intake runners
Chrome Moly locks and retainers
Stainless Valves 2.300 intake 1.88 exhaust
HP Springs to handle 650 lift
3 angle competition valve job
ARP Performance head bolts
Valve Train
Crane Hyd Roller Cam 610/632 lift 234/242 107/117
Crane Hyd Roller lifters
True Double Roller timing chain
Scorpion Aluminum Roller Rockers 1.7 ratio
Hardened studs and plates
Rotating Assembly
J&E Forged Pistons
H beam rods
4340 Forged Steel Crank 4.250 stroke
Balanced rotating assembly within 1 Gram
Hastings Plasma Moly Rings
Clevite Bearings
Intake and Tinware
World Marine Intake w 4500 base
Professional Products Balancer
Canton 10qt marine offshore pan
Chrome tall valve covers
New OE style timing cover
New OE Style Flywheel
Assembled with all grade 8 hardware.
Holley 850 CFM marine carburetor
Mallory Marine Distributor
Accel Plug wires
Champion Spark Plugs
My goal is to get something in the 600 hp range that is naturally aspirated. The turnkey cost for this setup is about 13k with a Dyno sheet. If you guys no of a better option i'm all ears. Thanks for your responses.
Bill
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I was under the impression that most of these types of engines were designed more for offshore boats that may not be using an open cooling system (lake/river water through the block), possibly causing a problem with piston/cylinder tolerances.
Are these engines "build to suit" and do you have any say in how it is machined (supplied with a build sheet)?
One other problem I see is Crane Cams went out of business ..... are the parts they are using from the company that went out of business or the company that bought the "name"? Either way, what is the warranty for the components inside the engine? And if there is a problem will they stand behind it?
Just some things to think about.
Good luck
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You bring up some good points.. I'll have to check with the company and find out what cam and what sort of warranty they are offering. :banghead:
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have dave at a&d engines build you a motor and ship it to you, he goes by engine doctor here on the boards. i am all for supporting the vendors on our boards, or at least giving them the first shot at my business.
ralph
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13K for 600HP ??? You should be able to find 600HP for half that!!!! :screwy:
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13K for 600HP ??? You should be able to find 600HP for half that!!!! :screwy:
I fully agree with you Marc, that's a lot of damn money for the amount of HP he's getting.
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Thanks very much everyone.. I'll give enginedoc a PM
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That's why I am here :) thanks very much everyone.
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I'd be a little suprised if the offshore pan fit. I'd be suprised if Barry (obnoxious001) couldn't hook you up with more "bang for the buck".
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Working with Barry on this. :) more to follow
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Working with Barry on this. :) more to follow
I am not saying anything yet, but this one should be a lot of fun to post photos and build information.
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Can't wait to get this project going Barry >:D . Should freak a few people out on the potomac river for sure :) (East coast boating)
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Glad to see you opted for a PRO instead of PROduction Good choice !
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Glad to see you opted for a PRO instead of PROduction Good choice !
How are we doing on follow -up JPB :screwy:
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How are we doing on follow -up JPB :screwy:
Dave don't want to thread jack I'll touch base with you later in the week Tom
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Thank's...You are the best ;D
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A little homework goes a long way. Not to mention all of the information and quality people on here (even if they are all on the west cost ;D)
Bill
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Glad to see you opted for a PRO instead of PROduction Good choice !
Thanks for the vote of confidence. If we proceed with the project, and Bill doesn't mind, I will post photos and details. This one should be lots of fun! I believe this one will see the dyno as well.
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Would like to see all the good stuff :thumbup: Motor builds are always exciting
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Would like to see all the good stuff :thumbup: Motor builds are always exciting
I agree "cant wait to spank the baby to life" going to maybe lite the Mopar today ;)
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Thanks for the vote of confidence. If we proceed with the project, and Bill doesn't mind, I will post photos and details. This one should be lots of fun! I believe this one will see the dyno as well.
Right on!!!! You'll really enjoy working with Barry. He built me a really nice setup for my tub. You won't be dissappointed............ good luck........john
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Thanks John.. He's already been awesome to work with.. Very straight up and honest :thumbup: Barry, feel free to post anything you like along the way :)
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Thanks John.. He's already been awesome to work with.. Very straight up and honest :thumbup: Barry, feel free to post anything you like along the way :)
Why don't you announce what we will be building. Once I actually start working on it, I will put up some photos and stuff. I talked to the dyno guy that I plan to use for a bit today.
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Why don't you announce what we will be building.
Yah, what Barry said....... ;D
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Barry,
feel free to announce it. You have all the specs and correct terminology :). I'm learning along the way .. :thumbup:
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Ok,, the plan is to build a really nice 638 cu in engine with a single carb. We found a good deal on some lightly used American parts, as follows:
Merlin "Pro" block 10.2" tall deck
Crower crankshaft
Oliver connecting rods
CP pistons (new)
ATI balancer
Brodix BB2 "Extra" heads
Jesel shaft rockers
Brodix single plane intake, Domintor flange
I already had the block at the shop having the paint removed before the current owner decided to resell the parts, and the rotating assembly is already balanced, so it's mostly a matter of selecting and purchasing the parts needed to complete the engine, and then putting it all together. We have already discussed dyno testing since it's going to take a ride across the country once I am done with it. Knowing the power output will be a nice bonus, but making sure that it runs properly with no leaks should be worth the extra money spent.
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Holy crap that's a monster :o Curious what kind of bore and stroke does it take to get 638 inches. What rod length and ratio will she have?
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I"m sure Barry will chime in on this.. I haven't a clue lmao :screwy:
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Ok,, the plan is to build a really nice 638 cu in engine with a single carb. We found a good deal on some lightly used American parts, as follows:
Merlin "Pro" block 10.2" tall deck
Crower crankshaft
Oliver connecting rods
CP pistons (new)
ATI balancer
Brodix BB2 "Extra" heads
Jesel shaft rockers
Brodix single plane intake, Domintor flange
I already had the block at the shop having the paint removed before the current owner decided to resell the parts, and the rotating assembly is already balanced, so it's mostly a matter of selecting and purchasing the parts needed to complete the engine, and then putting it all together. We have already discussed dyno testing since it's going to take a ride across the country once I am done with it. Knowing the power output will be a nice bonus, but making sure that it runs properly with no leaks should be worth the extra money spent.
NICE!!! Barry will do you proud
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I have no doubt ;D