SBC Performance Engine Block – 9.025" +.005" / -.000" Deck (PART #BPE-BPP12110346)

If you’re aiming to build a stout, reliable small block without breaking into exotic territory, this SBC-compatible block is the perfect foundation. Engineered to comfortably support combinations all the way up to 454 cubic inches, it delivers the strength, precision, and durability builders demand. With thick cylinder walls, a rigid casting, and smart machining allowances, this block is built to handle everything from a crisp street cruiser to a hard-hitting weekend track car.

Key highlights:

  • Material: EN-GJL-250 Iron
  • Min Tensile Strength: 34,000 psi
  • Deck Height: 9.025" +.005" / -.000"
  • Max Bore: 4.250"
  • Stroke Clearance: Clearanced for 4.000" stroke
  • Oil System: Priority Main
  • Main Caps: Billet Steel 4-Bolt splayed

SPECIFICATIONS
Cylinder bore (rough) 4.114" to 4.116"
Cylinder bore (max) 4.250"
Cam bearing bore ID 2.000"+/- .001"
Cam bearings Durabond GMP-8
Camshaft position OEM
Cam Drive / timing set OEM equivalent
Cam retaining plate OEM
Cubic inch (max) 454
Cylinder Wall Thickness @ max bore .230" Nominal @ Max Bore
Cylinder wall thickness as sold .293" wall @ 4.125" bore
Water jacket style Siamese
Cylinder skirt length 5.800" Nominal
Deck Height 9.025" +.005" / -.000"
Deck Thickness .600" Nominal
Freeze / Core Plugs 1-5/8" x 10
Head bolt threads 7/16-14 UNC
Lifter bores .8437" +/- .0003"
Lifter retainer (if not using tie bar lifters) OEM W/Roller Provisions
Main bearing bore (line honed) 350 Main - 2.6402" - 2.6410"
Main bearing caps Billet Steel 4-Bolt splayed
Main cap bolts 7/16-14 Inner / 3/8-16 splayed
Main fastener tensile strength 180,000 to 210,000 PSI
P1 main stud kit p/n K002-M06S
ARP main stud kit p/n TBD
Material (block) EN-GJL-250 Iron
Min Tensile Strength 34,000 psi
Oil system Priority Main
Oil Pump OEM
Oil Filter OEM
Oil Pan OEM
Fuel pump OEM
Rear Main Seal 2 piece
Starter OEM
Stroke (max) Clearanced for 4.000" stroke
Timing Cover OEM
Weight with main caps 170-190lbs

 

COMPONENTS
Description Units
SBC engine block with main caps (BPE-BPP12110346) 1

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