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Dart aluminum big block V8s deliver big power in a lightweight package. And, based on the Chevrolet big block V8 design, Dart's Big M Big Block Chevy aluminum bare blocks are the strongest, most durable and easiest to build aluminum blocks available--making them a top choice for serious competition! Dart Big M Big Block Chevy Aluminum Bare Block features: *Cast from virgin 355-T61 aerospace alloy for superior strength and integrity * Standard 9.800 in. and tall 10.200 in. deck heights available (for stroker engines) * Standard 4.250 in., 4.500 in. or 4.600 in. bore sizes * Ductile iron sleeves with extra thick cylinder walls promote excellent ring seal * Reinforcing ribs strengthen lifter valley bellhousing flange * Inboard valley head stud bosses improve gasket sealing * Priority main oiling system delivers oil directly to the crankshaft bearings to enhance reliability at high engine speeds * Steel 4-bolt main caps with splayed outer bolts for extra strength (ductile iron or aluminum caps are also available) * Dual oil pan bolt patterns fit standard and notched oil pans
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$6,999.99
Dart LS Next cast iron bare blocks integrate the robust heritage of a traditional Chevy small block with the performance potential of the late model LS engine architecture. The blocks are designed to rectify some of the former LS's more noticeable shortcomings on the bottom end—while still supporting high-flow and efficient cylinder heads developed for Gen III and IV platforms. They're available in multiple engine block styles, including stock/OEM standard deck and aftermarket. Dart LS Next blocks are back and better than ever! Highlight features of the LS Next cast iron bare blocks include: * Cast with premium cast iron alloy * Conventional style 4-bolt steel main caps * Full main webbing for maximum bottom-end strength * Extended cylinder barrels at the bottom to provide greater piston support for all combinations * Extra-thick Siamese cylinder bores * Blind head bolt holes don't go through into the water jacket * Provision for oil restrictors in the lifter valley * Revised low-restriction priority main oiling system * Pro-Stock/Pro-Mod big block style stepped main oil galley * External oil filter (must be used with stock or aftermarket oil pumps) * Dual starter mounts * Expanded water jacket on #1 cylinder for additional cooling capacity * LSX-style lifter bosses and dog bone provision are provided
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$3,999.99
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