-Small Block Chevy Specs-
common performance engines

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Tech Specs: Recommended Checks for High Performance Small Block V8's
Spark Advance Maximum 40-44 old style heads::: 34-36 with Vortec Heads::: and 32-34 with 18*
Oil Temp Maximum (in pan) 270* with convential oil, 290* with Synthetic oil
Minimum Fuel Pressure 4-5 PSI carb'ed
Minimum Piston Ring End Gap Top, .018";;; 2nd, .016";;; Oil, .016"
Rod Bearings .002"-.003" minimum; .00.010"-.020" side clearance
Main Bearings .002"-.003" minimum; .005"-.007" endplay
Quench Area .035" minimum, .040" recommended max
Valve to Piston Clearance .045" below 6250 rpm, .080"-.100" for max RPM applications

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