Budget Street Small Block Chevy 350 Engine Rebuild Assembly Kit (2024)

Speedway Motors 9108515 Details

Make your Small Block Chevy engine new again with this budget street engine rebuild kit from Speedway Motors. These engine overhaul kits include components from top brands you trust like Keith Black, Clevite, Cloyes, Fel-Pro, Elgin, Isky, and of course, Speedway Motors.

Kit Includes:

  • (1) Chevy 350 Crankshaft, Two-Piece Main
  • (1) Keith Black KB 9901HC.030 Claimer SB Chevy 350 Pistons Set, Flat 4V Relief - Choose Oversize
  • (1) Style A Moly Chevy 350 Piston Rings Set - Choose Oversize
  • (1) Clevite S/B Chevy P Series Large Journal Rod Bearing Set - Choose Size
  • (1) Clevite Chevy 302/305/327/350 P Series Main Bearings Set - Choose Size
  • (1) Set of Small Block Chevy 5140 Steel I-Beam Rods, 5.7 Inch, Press Pin
  • (1) Set of Clevite SH290S P-Series Small Block Chevy Cam Bearings
  • (1) S/B Chevy Street Hydraulic Camshaft, 2000-4500 RPM
  • (1) Isky Racing Cams RL-48 Camshaft Rev Lube, 4 Oz.
  • (1) Set of Stock Chevy Hydraulic Lifters
  • (1) Cloyes Gear C3023X S/B Chevy Double Roller Timing Chain
  • (1) Stock Volume Small Block Chevy SBC Oil Pump, 5/8 Pickup
  • (1) Fel-Pro KS2600 1967-1979 Chevy 350 Overhaul Gasket Set
  • (1) Chevy 283-350 V8 Steel Freeze Plug Set

Rotating Assembly

Speedway Chevy 350 Crankshaft, Two-Piece Main

  • New, hi-tech fatigue-resistant 80-60-06 cast steel crank with near forged steel endurance
  • All journals are ground and polished to exacting tolerances
  • Superior quality stock replacement crank at a value price
  • IMCA southern sport mod legal (Drilled only on the first rod throw)
  • Angle oil shot holes

Speedway 5140 Steel I-Beam Rods, 5.7", Press Pin

  • 5140 forged steel claimer I-beam connecting rods for Small Block Chevy
  • Heat treated, shot peened and magnafluxed for maximum durability
  • Suitable for engines producing up to 500 HP
  • Features heavy-duty 3/8" cap screws
  • Set of 8
  • Press Pin - 646 grams

Notes

As provided, connecting rod will have approximately 0.003" press fit for the piston pin. Technical recommendation is to hone the connecting rod end to approximately 0.0012" - 0.0015" press fit, or to your specific press fit requirements for proper installation specifications.

KB Claimer Hypereutectic Pistons, Flat Top 4V, 5.7 Rod

  • Keith Black economy (also known as economy pistons)
  • Feature coated skirts, wrist pin lockrings, and T-5 hypereutectic construction
  • Can be used with either press fit or floating wrist pins (lock rings included)
  • Set of 8 for Chevy 350 c.i. (4.000" bore x 3.48" stroke)

Specs

  • C/R 58cc=10.9, 64cc=10.2, 76cc=9.0
  • Piston/Pin Weight: 630g
  • Rod Length: 5.7"
  • Comp Height 5.7" Rod - 1.565
  • Comp Height 6.0" Rod - 1.265
  • Pin Diameter - 0.9272

Speedway Moly Piston Rings, 4.00 Bore, Style A

  • Speedway standard moly piston rings work with either gas or alcohol fuels, handle 8000+ rpm, and up to 14:1 compression
  • Top 5/64"
  • 2nd 5/64"
  • Oil 3/16"

Notes

Speedway Piston Ring Hierarchy

  • Good - Speedway Gas Proven Series
  • Better -Speedway Moly
  • Best - Speedway Plasma Moly
  • Ultimate Race - Speedway Pro Series

Bearings

  • Not to be confused with standard "passenger" car bearings, Clevite's P-Series is their oldest line of premium high-performance bearings
  • Specifically for 302-305-327-350 S/B Chevy "Large Journal" engines built from 1969-Up (with 2.100" rod journal)
  • Use P-Series rod bearings where extremely high RPMÆs cause severe rod bore close-in.
  • Large Journal
  • Use P-Series main bearings where higher eccentricity is desired to narrow bearing contact patterns and to provide increased oiling to rod bearings
  • Note:Will not work with 400 c.i. V-8

Clevite P-Series 1969-Up SBC Rod Bearings

  • Choose Size

Clevite P-Series 1969-Up SBC Main Bearings

  • Choose Size

Clevite SH290S P-Series SBC Cam Bearings

  • Standard Size

Camshaft and Timing

Speedway Street Hydraulic Camshaft, 2000-4500 RPM

  • Our flat-tappet hydraulic cams offer superior performance and the very best value
  • Hydraulic - good idle, daily usage and off road
  • High towing, performance and fuel efficiency, 2600-3000 cruise rpm
  • These grinds are tried and tested!
  • Must be used with a break-in oil additive (included)
  • Cam Card - 915111424 (PDF)
  • Application Chart (GIF)
  • 915-111424 Instructions (PDF)

Speedway Stock Chevy Hydraulic Lifters

  • Stock replacement lifters at a super price!
  • Excellent choice for street performance applications
  • Feature precision internal valving, for quiet, reliable valve train operation
  • Maximum RPM potential limited to about 5000 rpm
  • Set of 16

Cloyes Gear SBC Double Roller Timing Chain

  • Heavy-duty double-roller timing chain sets for S/B Chevy V8s
  • Cast iron cam sprockets
  • High-quality, heat-treated steel crank sprockets with triple keyways
  • .200"diameter rollers

Isky Camshaft Rev Lube

  • Moly-sulphide paste used to protect cam lobes and tappets, rocker arms, valve stems and guides, push rod ends and distributor drive gears during initial start-up and break-in
  • Learn why using assembly lube is so important in our tech article, Installing New Hardware
  • Material Safety Data Sheet (PDF)

Camshaft and Timing

Speedway Street Hydraulic Camshaft, 2000-4500 RPM

  • Our flat-tappet hydraulic cams offer superior performance and the very best value
  • Hydraulic - good idle, daily usage and off road
  • High towing, performance and fuel efficiency, 2600-3000 cruise rpm
  • These grinds are tried and tested!
  • Must be used with a break-in oil additive (included)
  • Cam Card - 915111424 (PDF)
  • Application Chart (GIF)
  • 915-111424 Instructions (PDF)

Speedway Stock Chevy Hydraulic Lifters

  • Stock replacement lifters at a super price!
  • Excellent choice for street performance applications
  • Feature precision internal valving, for quiet, reliable valve train operation
  • Maximum RPM potential limited to about 5000 rpm
  • Set of 16

Cloyes Gear SBC Double Roller Timing Chain

  • Heavy-duty double-roller timing chain sets for S/B Chevy V8s
  • Cast iron cam sprockets
  • High-quality, heat-treated steel crank sprockets with triple keyways
  • .200"diameter rollers

Isky Camshaft Rev Lube

  • Moly-sulphide paste used to protect cam lobes and tappets, rocker arms, valve stems and guides, push rod ends and distributor drive gears during initial start-up and break-in
  • Learn why using assembly lube is so important in our tech article, Installing New Hardware
  • Material Safety Data Sheet (PDF)

Charts

KB Claimer Piston Chart

Ring Style Chart

P-Series Features

Clevite Application Chart

Specs

Gaskets and Lubrication

Stock Volume SBC Oil Pump, 5/8" Pickup

  • Keeping your Small Block Chevy's oiling system in proper working order is important
  • Meets or exceeds all OEM specifications
  • Preset to 55-65 psi to satisfy most mild-mannered SBC engines
  • If additional oil pressure is needed, you can always change to a high-volume oil pump spring for a quick boost in oil pressure if needed
  • Combine this pump with a new 5/8" oil pickup tube to fit your stock-style oil pan
  • Meets or exceeds OEM SBC oil pump specs
  • Standard volume pump for stock/mild SBC engines
  • Stock-style 1.200" long gear
  • Preset 55-65 psi pressure
  • Use with 5/8" oil pump pick-up tube
  • 577-OP55 Instructions (PDF)

Fel-Pro Overhaul Gasket Set

  • Includes:
    • Composite cylinder head gaskets
    • Valve cover gaskets
    • Water pump gaskets
    • Intake gaskets
    • Front seal and cover gasket
    • Oil pan gasket (for drivers side dipstick only)
    • Rear main seal

Elgin Steel Freeze Plug Set

  • Complete freeze plug kits
  • Available in steel
  • For 283-350 small block Chevy V8

Guides & Documents

Engine Rebuild Kits Guide/Document (9108515)

Engine Rebuild Kits Guide/Document (9108515)

Engine Rebuild Kits Guide/Document (9108515)

Engine Rebuild Kits Guide/Document (9108515)

Camshaft Bearings Guide/Document (757CH8)

Camshafts Instruction Sheet (915111424)

Camshafts Guide/Document (915111424)

Camshafts Guide/Document (915111424)

Timing Chain Kits Instruction Sheet (280C3023X)

Engine Oil Pumps Instruction Sheet (577OP55)

Assembly Lubes Guide/Document (450R4)

Pistons Guide/Document (4749901)

Pistons Guide/Document (4749901)

Piston Rings Guide/Document (9152510)

Connecting Rod Bearings Guide/Document (757R324)

Crankshaft Main Bearings Guide/Document (757M338)

Crankshaft Main Bearings Guide/Document (757M338)

Speedway Motors 9108515 Specifications

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Budget Street Small Block Chevy 350 Engine Rebuild Assembly Kit (2024)

FAQs

How much does it cost to rebuild a 350 Chevrolet motor? ›

Anywhere from estimated $2,000 to $3,500 depending on how much machine work is required, how many parts have to replaced, and how much your shop charges for labor.

How much horsepower can you get out of a built 350 small block? ›

With a stock block, using after market crank, rods, pistons, bolts, heads, etc., you could expect a small block 350 to make upwards of 450 HP and for it to reliably handle upwards of 550 - 600 HP, and a big block with the same aftermarket components to make power in the 500 to 600 HP area, and be able to handle upwards ...

Can you get 400hp out of a 350? ›

On the power side, we selected 400 hp as a reasonable output. Building a 350 to produce 400hp is really no big deal, but doing it for chump change is decidedly more difficult. In this case, chump change meant building our small-block with a ceiling of just $1,000.

How to get more horsepower out of 350 small block? ›

Boosting your Chevy 350 small block HP by 100 isn't too difficult. Here's how to get there from stock: Two-Barrel Carb to a Four: Upgrading your Chevy 350's stock two-barrel carburetor to a four-barrel, like a Holley 650 double pumper, is a great way to add more horsepower.

Is it cheaper to rebuild or replace a motor? ›

It's Usually Cheaper Than An Engine Replacement – although mileage may vary depending on the situation or necessary parts, it's usually cheaper to rebuild an engine than replace it. Be aware that this is not a guarantee, however.

Is it better to buy a crate engine or rebuild? ›

Rebuilding an engine allows for customization and control over the entire process but requires time, planning, and potential risks. Crate engines offer ready-to-install solutions with increased horsepower and torque, while remanufactured engines provide cost-effective stock replacements.

What's the difference between a big block 350 and a small-block 350? ›

Big block engines have more metal and more or larger cylinders. They tend to produce more power and torque because of their weight. Small blocks are just that — small or smaller than big blocks. While small block engines still have metal and cylinders, they are typically smaller and fewer in number.

Can you use Vortec heads older 350? ›

Vortec heads are compatible with earlier-generation blocks, but there are a couple of differences. The Vortec heads use center-bolt valve covers, and the bolt pattern and angle of the intake manifold surface are different. Other than that, everything else should work fine.

What is the average HP of a 350 small block? ›

Specs For Chevy 350 5.7 Small Block Engines

The compression ratio of the engine varies depending on the specific model and can range anywhere from 8.0:1 to 10.25:1. The horsepower output of a stock 350 engine also varies depending on the specific model, but can range from 145 to 370 horsepower.

How much horsepower does a stock carbureted 350 have? ›

The Chevy 350 engine is a 350 cubic inch (5.7-liter) small block V8 with a 4.00 and 3.48 inch bore and stroke. Depending on the year, make and model of a car, horsepower ranges from approximately 145 to more than 370.

How much HP is a 400 SBC? ›

factory rated at 150-265H. P. but probably made more because of insurance reasons the factory motors were rated lower than actually produced.

How much does it cost to build a Chevy 350 engine? ›

Want to build a stout engine but not spend too much money in the process? We assemble a solid and reliable Chevy 350 small block for less than $3,600.

Can you put a turbo on a 350 small-block? ›

It's true. Well, parts of it are. We were able to buy a complete twin-turbo system that will bolt on to your near-stock small-block Chevy for very little cash and make more than 600 rwhp. The problems lie in getting it to fit in your engine compartment and watching the tune-up so you don't scatter the parts.

What is the correct timing for a Chevy 350? ›

In most cases starting out with 12 degrees of initial advance is about right. However, that may result too much total advance, which should be limited to around 36-37 degrees so the distributor's advance curve may have to be altered. How that is done will depend on the distributor you use.

How much does a full V8 engine rebuild cost? ›

A typical engine rebuild may cost around $2,500 to $4,000, including parts and labor. If an engine rebuild costs you around as much to replace your engine, by all means fully, you should go with the new parts!

How many hours does it take to rebuild a Chevy 350? ›

takes me about 32 hours to build and install a basic 350 if the heads are already put together. Goes up to about 40 hours for a basic 383 and maybe 48+ if I have to put the heads together, especially if there is any exotic/unusual valvetrain stuff.

Is it worth getting an engine rebuild? ›

Rebuilt engines are dependable, reliable and are backed by the engine manufacturers warranty program. A rebuilt engine gets better gas mileage than your old one and will emit fewer pollutants. Rebuilding engines also saves energy related to processing discarded engines and cars.

How do I know if my engine is worth rebuilding? ›

The usual reasons for rebuilding an engine are loss of compression, excessive oil consumption, or excessive oil clearances. The symptoms of loss of compression are extended cranking (hard to start), lack of power, or a misfire (running rough).

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