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04-09-2008, 04:23 PM

ncoffroader

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first big block

ops: i just bought my first bbc(454) and have no clue what is what,square/round port is this intake or exhaust?are big and small block dist. the same?tranny bolt pattern same?any help would be greatful thans

04-09-2008, 04:33 PM

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big block

Transmission bolt pattern is the same as a sbc.Distributor is the same.Rectangle port and oval port refers to the intake runners.

04-09-2008, 04:37 PM

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thanx

thanx now time to buy some parts

04-10-2008, 12:03 AM

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Welcome to the land of woo..

Goodluck, Charles

04-10-2008, 05:29 AM

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Welcome to the land of goofy valve train :lol:

04-10-2008, 07:45 AM

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engine identification

ok now i have some basics can somebody tell me what i have and is it worth going thru? on back of block it has the number 364779 cast into it,thanx ahead of time for the help

04-10-2008, 07:56 AM

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Codes

all of the casting number codes you're looking for can be found at www.mortec.com.

04-10-2008, 08:08 AM

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casting number

i looked up the casting number and it says its a "366T" so that means i have a bbc with small block displacement?what a piece of crap! :x so what do i do junk and start over or is it worth fixing?