So, this leaves me to cylinder heads (valve sizes and other valvetrain component selection), camshaft type/grind selection, intake selection and carb selection. So, with the collection of parts that I have, and my general goal of 600-650 real world HP, where does this put me? I want to run thru transom exhaust/headers. Without knowing the exact deck height of this setup, or the exact cc's of the combustion chambers, I believe that I am looking at roughly 10.14:1 static compression. If I need to go oversize to meet my goals, I'll pass that on to machinist, come time to have the heads built. I have not measured to see what size valves the heads were cut for. So, I have my short block, less a set of rods (6.135', to run the pistons that I have) and balancing. Im looking at running these Eagle H-beam forged rods: New guides, valve surface machined, but don't have valves or valvetrain components selected as of yet. Forged 4' stroke crank, 4.310' bore, Speed Pro forged pistons(L-2465F 60) with 27.1cc dome.

Two bolt mains, studded with ARP main studs. So, setting a goal of having an HONEST 600+ HP BBC, I am looking for some guidance. I want to find a happy medium between dollars, reliability and horsepower.

Im fine commiting another $3,000-$5,000 into this ordeal, from where I am at now, sitting on most of the parts, with most machine work done. I don't have a hard budget for the build, but it is not going to be a no expense spared deal. I've set a goal of 600-650 HP, as I believe that is a realistic and relatively safe goal (reliability-wise), given my general budget. I'm in the beginning stages of my 468 engine build.

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