{"product_id":"aeroflow-af96-1008-bbc-bare-engine-block-4-490-bore-9-81-deck-main-bear-2-93","title":"Aeroflow AF96-1008 BBC Bare Engine Block 4.490\" Bore 9.81 Deck Main Bear 2.93\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAeroflow Performance engine blocks are the ideal starting point for any street performance build that demands quality and precision at a reasonable price. Why start your engine build with a worn-out production block from decades ago that needs hours of machine work. When you can start with a new heavy-duty cast iron engine block that is a semi-finished bare engine block that requires very little machining to match your internal components. These brand-new aftermarket engine blocks are cast from premium high-strength Class 32B iron. It features Siamese cylinder bores and splayed billet steel four-bolt main caps with priority main oiling system which direct oil straight to the main bearings. The extra thick standard deck height ensures a reliable head gasket seal as well as allowing the use of off the shelf standard components such as camshaft, timing chain, oil pump\/pan and oil filter etc. You can rest assured that these Aeroflow engine blocks have a great foundation for your next engine build.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCylinder Bore Diameter: 4.490\"\u003cbr\u003eMax Bore \u0026amp; Stroke: 4.600\" x 4.500\"\u003cbr\u003eCam Journal OD: STD, 2.140\"\u003cbr\u003eCam Plug: 2.218\" Press In Cup\u003cbr\u003eCam Location: STD\u003cbr\u003eCylinder Wall Thickness: .260\". min @ 4.600\" Bore\u003cbr\u003eDeck Height: 9.810\"\u003cbr\u003eDeck Thickness: .550\" Min\u003cbr\u003eFuel Pump: STD Mechanical Provision\u003cbr\u003eFuel Pump Pushrod: STD\u003cbr\u003eFreeze Plugs: 6 x 1-5\/8\" Press In Cup\u003cbr\u003eLifter Bores: .842\"\u003cbr\u003eMain Bearing Size: 2.93 STD\u003cbr\u003eMain Bearing Bore: 2.937\" (454)\u003cbr\u003eMain Cap Bolts: 7\/16\" \u0026amp; 3\/8\" on Caps 1 \u0026amp; 5, 7\/16\" Splayed on Caps 2, 3 \u0026amp; 4\u003cbr\u003eMain Caps: Billet Steel, 3 Center Caps Splayed\u003cbr\u003eMain Cap Register: Deep Stepped Register (no need for dowels)\u003cbr\u003eOil System: Main Priority Oiling (can use dry sump)\u003cbr\u003eOil Pump Shaft: STD\u003cbr\u003eOil Filter: STD\u003cbr\u003eOil Pan: STD\u003cbr\u003eRear Main Seal: 2 Piece STD 454\u003cbr\u003eSerial No. Location: Left Rear Bellhousing Next to Starter Motor\u003cbr\u003eStarter: STD\u003cbr\u003eStud Holes, Head: Blind Holes\u003cbr\u003eTiming Chain \/ Gears: STD\u003cbr\u003eTiming Cover: STD\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 120kg (265 lbs.)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSizes in reference to Deck Height, Cylinder Bore, Wall Thickness, etc, listed in these instructions are Nominal. This Block must be professionally finish machined.\u003cbr\u003eDue to a vast difference of opinion among professional builders regarding specifications and procedures, all blocks, when purchased bare, are finished within factory +\/- tolerances. Tighter than factory or OE specs when applicable.\u003cbr\u003eCam bearing OD should be de-burred before installation.\u003cbr\u003eWhen initially removing main caps, the caps \u0026amp; block should be de-burred before reinstalling; this will insure that correct main size is maintained.\u003cbr\u003eThis Block should be assembled by experienced, professional engine builders. Many parameters such as Cylinder Bores will need additional, professional machine work.\u003cbr\u003eMany pistons are oversized, and cylinder bore must be honed to correct skirt clearance. Very few aftermarket components are drop ins to any engine block, without additional checking\/machining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aeroflow Performance Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50737521426743,"sku":"AF96-1008","price":3561.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/9364\/1015\/files\/533383.jpg?v=1779311049","url":"https:\/\/enginemaster.com.au\/products\/aeroflow-af96-1008-bbc-bare-engine-block-4-490-bore-9-81-deck-main-bear-2-93","provider":"Engine Master","version":"1.0","type":"link"}