Thoughts on this engine?????

[JoeG]

Looks like you already bought it----I don't know if I'm reading the description right--He sold you a complete engine --with all parts to put it together except for the carb and manifold is that correct----------??

[jfkheat]

There are no pistons but pretty much everything else is there. Since I'm not trying to build a date correct car. the date codes or fact that the block has been decked doesn't bother me. I just wanted a real 427 and not a 454 block with 427 parts like the engine I blew up.
James

[JoeG]

No, the engine looks good from where I'm sitting---When you mic and check clearences etc. you'll know for sure, ---guy has good feedback---Just curious--Did he agree to stand by the parts upon your inspection----------------The engine should look right at home in your car----with some inner attitude

[jfkheat]

I'm in Pennsylvania working now so I'm thinking about picking it up in Illinois or meeting him somewhere in between. If I don't like what I see he won't get paid.
James

[JoeG]

-----------Hope it turns out to be a keeper---Keep the site posted----

[COPO]

It appears to be an excellent base for a killer engine with great dates as well.

[bigchevydaddy]

James,

Could you tell Why your previous motor blew up?

Since 512 blocks were built as 427s and 454s, I don't see why a 454 built as a 427 would make any difference as long as the rotating assembly was matched.

I'm sure with new pistons, you'll have this one balanced!

Have your balancing guy do a before and after comparison for you, showing the difference (printout) in out-of-balance weight at 6000 rpm. It's pretty amazing.

Good luck! BCD