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Blueprint Engines

Crate Engine, BluePrint 540ci ProSeries Stroker, Long Block, Power Adder Ready

Part# : CH36943
Mfg#: PS5403CT1
Sold As: Each
Ship Size: Truck Freight
$14,899.99
List Price: $16,390.95
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Fits 1964–1977 Chevelle View fitment for 20 models
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540ci Pro Series Power-Adder Long Block by BluePrint Engines®

615-hp / 579 lb-ft core uses forged 4.25-inch crank and forged pistons by BluePrint Engines®.

BluePrint Engines®' 540ci Pro Series Power-Adder Long Block is rated at 615 hp and 579 lb-ft with 8.5:1 compression. It combines forged 4.25-inch-stroke crankshaft, forged pistons, 119cc aluminum heads and solid-roller camshaft (.652/.652 lift; 255/262° @ .050, 114° LSA). 8.5:1 compression, forged rotating assembly and solid-roller cam make this 540 a power-adder-oriented long block.

Additional Technical Specifications • HP & Torque: 600 HP / 590 FT LBS • Compression Ratio: 8.5:1 Block: • NEW BluePrint Cast Iron Block • Manufactured and Machined in the USA! • 4-Bolt Main • 4.500" Bore • 1-Piece Rear Main Seal • Mech fuel pump provision: Yes • Standard Deck Rotating Assembly: • 4.250" Stroke, Dual Keyway • Forged H-beam 6.385" connecting rods Cylinder Heads: • BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads • 119cc chamber • 2.30" intake/1.88" exhaust valves • 316cc intake/124cc exhaust runners • Cylinder heads feature a .300 in. raised exhaust port vs an OEM casting. • Must verify header/exhaust clearance Cam Specs: • .652 Intake .652 Exhaust • 255 Intake / 262 Exhaust duration • @ .050 - 114-degree lobe separation Ignition Timing: • Initial timing - 10-16° and Total timing 32-34° Also Includes: • Valve covers, oil pan and timing cover • Roller Rockers with Stud Girdles • SFI Rated Dual Keyway 8 in. Balancer Notes: • Built to accept Power Adders • Crank machined for dual keyway damper. • New BluePrint block manufactured and machined in the USA. • Not for EGR • Cylinder heads feature a .300 in. raised exhaust port vs an OEM casting

Notes

  • Not for EGR.
  • This item is not eligible for any further discounts or promotional pricing.
  • This item is Truck Freight, and is excluded from free ground shipping.
  • This item is SPECIAL ORDER and will drop-ship from the manufacturer. While the majority of drop ship orders experience no delays, please be advised that OPGI does not control delivery times.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, sulfur, nickel, chromium, vanadium, titanium, polyvinyl chloride, and 4,4’-methylenebis (2-chloroaniline), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Vehicle Fitment

Year Make Model Application Details
1947–1955 Chevrolet Advance Design  
1969–1977 Chevrolet Blazer  
1960–1987 Chevrolet C10  
1960–1987 Chevrolet C20  
1960–1987 Chevrolet C30  
1964–1977 Chevrolet Chevelle  
1959–1960 Chevrolet El Camino  
1964–1977 Chevrolet El Camino  
1960–1987 Chevrolet K10  
1960–1987 Chevrolet K20  
1977–1987 Chevrolet K30  
1970–1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo  
1955–1959 Chevrolet Task Force  
1955–1959 GMC Blue Chip  
1960–1987 GMC C15/C1500  
1960–1987 GMC C25/C2500  
1960–1987 GMC C35/C3500  
1960–1987 GMC K15/K1500  
1960–1987 GMC K25/K2500  
1977–1987 GMC K35/K3500  
1947–1955 GMC New Design  
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Crate Engine, BluePrint 540ci ProSeries Stroker, Long Block, Power Adder Ready
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