gen4 Bbc454 build?

1988 CHEVROLET CAPRICE

100,000 MILES • 7.4L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

MANNWHITE

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My first time building an engine, my question is, can I use my stock head with all the other parts you listed in your build?

Oct 25, 2023 at 12:13 PM

RYAN L

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
272 POSTS

Hey there!

Thanks so much for watching the series. Yes, you can! Just make sure your port shape matches the port shape on the intake.

Thank you for using 2CarPros and if you have any further questions, please let me know.

All the best,
Ryan

Oct 26, 2023 at 11:04 AM

MANNWHITE

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Thanks Ryan,one more question is there a cheaper piston I can use?

Oct 27, 2023 at 7:21 AM

RYAN L

✓ASE Certified Mechanic
272 POSTS

Yes of course. Your engine build can be as affordable as you like.

Here is a cheaper piston than I am sure will be fine in your application:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/slp-h661cp/make/chevrolet

Just make sure the bore is correct. I have no idea what you machined your block to.

Thanks for using 2CarPros!

Best,
Ryan

Oct 30, 2023 at 9:53 AM

MANNWHITE

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Thank again Ryan.

Nov 16, 2023 at 3:36 PM

STRAILER

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RYAN L is one of our best! Please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.

Nov 17, 2023 at 5:07 PM

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