BluePrint Engines 408 c.i. Chrysler Compatible Builder Series - Standard Edition - Carbureted - 727 Automatic Transmission - Polished Pulley Kit. (PART #BPE-BC408K727)

The package includes all the essentials—thermostat and housing, fuel pump and line, spark plugs and wires, starter, distributor, air cleaner, harmonic balancer, timing cover, valve covers, oil pan, and a high-flow water pump. A polished front accessory drive system finishes it off with show-quality style, including a Type II power steering pump with remote reservoir, 140-amp 1-wire alternator, and 7B10 peanut-style A/C compressor, making this a complete, ready-to-run drivetrain solution for any serious street build.

Blocks:

  • Hand-Picked Seasoned Magnum Block
  • Square and Parallel Decked
  • Align Honed Main Bearing Bore
  • Cylinders Honed on Computer Controlled Machine to Within .0002 Straightness and Roundness
  • Cylinders are Sonic Tested for Thickness
  • 2-Bolt Main
  • 4.040" Bore
  • 2-Piece Rear Main Seal
  • Mech Fuel Pump Provision: Yes

Cylinder Heads:

  • Aluminum Magnum Pattern Cylinder Heads - 58cc chamber
  • Aluminum Roller Rockers
  • 2.02" intake / 1.60" Exhaust Valves
  • 176cc intake / 75cc Exhaust Runners

Rotating Assembly:

  • Forged Magnum 6.123" Connecting Rods w/ 150,000 PSI Bolts
  • Externally Balanced Front and Rear

Included items:

  • Holley 750cfm Classic Carburetor - BPP080508S
  • Pro-Series Ready Run Distributor - BPP3603BK
  • Ignition Coil 45k Volt - BPP82021BK
  • Thermostat and Thermostat Housing
  • BluePrint Engines Dipstick - BPP9224
  • 14" BluePrint Logo'd Air Cleaner
  • Spark Plugs - BPP7938
  • Fuel Pump - BPP6270
  • Oil Pump and Oil Pan
  • Spark Plug Wires
  • Tall Valve Covers
  • Timing Cover
  • Fuel Line
  • Polished Front Accessory Drive Water Pump
    • Remote Power Steering Pump Reservoir
    • 140amp 1-wire Alternator
    • 7B10 Peanut Style Air Conditioning Compressor

Assembled with Complete Heavy Duty, 727 Automatic Transmission Package:

  • 10in 2200-2400 Stall Torque Converter
  • Mini Starter
  • Gear Ratio:
    • 1st Gear: 2.45:1
    • 2nd Gear: 1.45:1
    • 3rd Gear (Direct Drive): 1.00:1
    • Reverse: 2.21:1

Notes:

  • The front accessory drive on this engine fits many vehicles, however it is the customer responsibility to accurately measure and confirm fitment. Note this is a low-profile design, but things such as power steering hoses, alternator wiring, and additional fittings/fabrication may be required on some vehicles.

SPECIFICATIONS

Horsepower & Torque465 Horsepower / 494 ft. lbs. Torque
Cylinder HeadsBluePrint Engines Assembled and Machined Edelbrock 61769 Casting
Compression Ratio10:1
CamshaftHydraulic Roller Cam - .544 Intake / .541 Exhaust Lift and 236 Intake / 242 Exhaust Duration @ .050 – 110 LSA
PistonsForged
CrankshaftCast Crank – 4.000" Stroke and Forged 6.123" Rods
Fuel Recommendation91+ Octane
Ignition TimingInitial Timing 10-16 - Total Timing 32-34
Firing Order1,8,4,3,6,5,7,2
Stall Converter2200-2600 RPM
Intake ManifoldEdelbrock Performance Air Gap Dual Plane Intake - BPP7577
Spark PlugBPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E
Harmonic BalancerMopar Harmonic Balancer - BPP360
Flexplate/FlywheelHeavy Duty Flex Plate - BPP727360
Recommended Service OilBPP10W30
Recommended Oil FilterBPP21085 - BPP51515
Total Oil Capacity with Production Oil Pan, and Correct Filter5 Quarts