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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Ratings & Reviews

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

FAQs

How much does it cost to rebuild a 350 small block? ›

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 turn a 327 into a 350? ›

This means that this particular 327 can easily be upgraded into a 350, which has become a standard in the aftermarket industry with tons of available parts. Refer to the chart on the previous page for side-by-side number comparisons.

What parts can I put on my SBC 350? ›

350 SBC turbo build list components using an early 2-piece rear main seal four bolt main block.
  • Forged 350 Chevy Rotating Assembly.
  • Flo-Tek Assembled SBC Aluminum Head (two quantity)
  • VS Racing Gen2 67/62 Cast Turbo.
  • SBC Hydraulic Camshaft.
  • COMP Cams High Energy Chevy Hydraulic Lifters.
  • Cloyes Roller Timing Chain Kit.
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Is it cheaper to rebuild or replace an engine? ›

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 cheaper to replace or rebuild a motor? ›

Rebuilt engines typically cost less but the job might not use high-quality replacement parts. A remanufactured engine can be as good as a new engine, last for many years and miles, and have attractive warranty coverage.

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.

What year is the best Chevy 350 engine? ›

What Year is the Best Chevy 350 Engine? This one is largely a matter of opinion. If you want to know which engine is technically the best, that's the Vortec 5700 you'll find in 2002 models. Some drivers love the 1992 L98, a relatively fuel-efficient rebuild of the engine with aluminum cylinder heads.

How much HP can a stock Chevy 350 block handle? ›

Even without the Competition porting, the AFR heads were capable of supporting over 550 hp.

Which is better, a 327 or 350 engine? ›

The bottom line here is simple; no matter what you do to a 327, if you do the same thing to a 350, it WILL make more horsepower and torque than a 327 will, period. The same thing goes with ANY engine when comparing cubic inches and power, especially when you are talking about making more torque with longer strokes.

Will a th350 bolt up to a 327? ›

yes, it will bolt up and work. 327 engines usually came with the 350 trans..

Is a 307 block the same as a 350? ›

hi , yes the 5.0 block is the same as the 5.7 and most of the parts will interchange.

How to increase horsepower on a 350 engine? ›

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. This swap increases air and fuel intake, directly translating to more power.

What is the best timing for a SBC 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.

Will a 305 intake work on a 350? ›

If the ports are the same then it will work. Either way it will bolt right on because the block and head angles are all the same. You just want to verify the intake port matchup. Was this answer helpful?

How much does it cost to have a Chevy 350 rebuilt? ›

They supplied me with a Std bore 350 with 4 bolt mains and rebuilt it with all quality parts including an Edelbrock aluminum hi rise manifold for just over $2,000 with a 1 year 12,000 mile warrantee.

How much does it cost to rebuild a small block Chevy? ›

Total cost of what you see here was around $3,800 counting the rebuild of the short-block, the chrome dress up items, and all the new parts. Less expensive than buying a new crate engine.

Is it cheaper to rebuild an engine or buy a crate engine? ›

Remanufactured engines are typically more cost-effective options, particularly if you're seeking a stock replacement for your vehicle. These engines are rebuilt to factory specifications, ensuring reliable performance without the need for extensive modifications.

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

Rebuilt engines go for closer to $1,000 but I couldn't find any on Craigslist. These usually have a 1 year warranty. Remanufactured engines go for around $1,800 to $2,000.

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