However, beware of some individuals on forums who think they know it all, and really know very little. Metal fragments are often left inside the trunnion housing and will cause destruction of the needle bearings. This enginedoes notinclude a fuel pump. 1. You can see ifthe proper amount of mesh is there. The single plane intake (1st pic below) should only be used on cars that are very lightweight and have good hood clearance. You may have run an old car in the past that pinged and clattered under load for many miles, and this didn't seem to hurt it. 20 minutes under a simulated load at around 3k rpm to promote initial ring seating. 6" H beam rods, Eagle. opt for the medium lengthversion, as this will help maintain oil pressure and volume much better than the short version. We strongly recommend using a crankcase ventilation system to pull gases from the crankcase. The part number for this oil is 0191-012, or you may run the 10w-30 weight Schaeffer Supreme 7000 series semi synthetic oil in cooler weather. You'll notice slightly better mileage and better throttle response with this carb versus the larger carbs required when running the larger cams. Our eBay user id is:skipwhite, and our eBay store name is whiteperformance1. Our official company is Skip White Performance. However, when the competition builds their foundation on such things as a name similarity and their supposedly long history of being in business, then we think it's about time we set the record straight. Here is a brief outline of the average additive levels in the Schaeffer Oils as compared to Valvoline VR1. Our custom made pistons have a compression height that is .010 taller on bbc pistons, and .015 taller on sbc pistons, as compared to most all of the catalog pistons on the market. These rods are excellent for those wanting the extra security offered by a rod with 7/16 ARP cap screws. We would not use them in an engine under any circumstances. We have two of these in use at our shop. oil pan. Gearing could be considerably taller, allowing for much better mileage and low rpm highway cruising. Here are a few good reasons why we think the 421 engine is a better choice than the 383 or 406 engine. Light pinging now and then is unlikely to do any damage, but it certainly will when there is an excessive amount of it under load. If you are not satisfied with the cam or intake you have chosen, we will exchange any of these items for up to 60 days. We spend a good hour and a half doing the regular balance work, and it will certainly meet your needs. This timing set is offered in three different chain tension setups, allowing us to set it up perfectly every time. The block was taken to a bore size of 4.155 inches, and mated with a 3.875-inch Callies Compstar crankshaft for a displacement of 421 ci. Actual appearance may vary. You will pay for shipping and any required labor. We have built engines that cost upwards of $50,000. Should a major problem arise with this engine within the first year of use, the warranty covers all parts and labor and we will pay for shipping the engine both ways. Other items seen in these pictures may not represent your actual engine. Click here to add upgrades. The Schaeffer brand oil is very highly rated. Use a plug that's too hot, and you are once again close to detonation/pre-ignition; use a plug that's too cold and they will foul constantly, run poorly when cruising at low speed, and be difficult to start. The value of the engine cradle and lift plate is approx. Carb size when using this cam will drop. 8a-7p EST Friday 8a-3p EST Sat 10a-3p EST (seasonal; call to confirm) 5 star . Feb 23, 2009. We have noticed some engine builders using low cost generic rods and crankshafts in their engines. . The flexplate will change position when the transmission is installed and the torque converter is hooked up to the flexplate. THISENGINE IS BUILT WITH THE BEST AVAILABLE PARTS WITH CONSIDERATION TO KEEPING THE COST OF THIS ENGINE REASONABLE. WE'VE REVIEWED WHAT THE COMPETITION IS OFFERING, AND WE'RE CONVINCED THAT WE ARE OFFERING THE BEST VALUE FOR THE MONEY. This will most likely destroy the gasket material used in these engines. Excellent of idle power is what to expect from this cam choice. This engine must be maintained with oil specifically designed for high performance engines. If you do a search on the Scat Pro-Comp rods, you will find a vast amount of info on many car forums. Our rotating assemblies and cylinder heads usually ship out in about one week or less. We also offer a premium NGK plug that is highly suitable for this engine when running in very hot climate. You will notice many of the low end engine builders fail to mention the actual brand of the rods or cranks used in their engines. 427 Small Block Chevy Pump Gas Short Block $5,695. If you choose to go with the Hurricane single plane intake and the first choice cam with 1.6 rockers, it will bring the hp numbers up to approx. Tuning or maintenance are not covered under the warranty. It's been one of the best investments we have ever made. CHEVY SBC 421 STAGE 4.0 DART BLOCK, AFR HEADS, CRATE MOTOR 550 hp BASE. Our engines are custom-built to our customers' specifications and are shipped in approx. Howards Tie Bar Lifters or Delphi Anti Pump up lifters. This is why race engines are dynoed: to put a good number of passes on the engine under heavy load, as this will partially seat the rings very quickly, making the engine somewhat ready for racing. The gears are billet steel, and the body is stronger, coated with corrosion-resistant nitrite. This engine should make around 700hp.". You must prime your new oil filter. We only use the swedged one pc. Should you ever want to confirm that this is what is actually in your engine, you can remove the timing cover, and you will see that this timing set is very different in appearance to the run of the mill low cost sets often used by others. Spark Plugs:We recommend theAutolitebrand, part number Autolite 3923. The engine is first run at fast idle to bring the water and oil temp up to normal operating temperature. Click here to add upgrades. After this, the engine is shut down to allow us to check the readings on the spark plugs, and for any possible oil leaks. It may not be enough! These rods do look impressive. 3. There is no way for us to properly shim the starter(should it be needed)while the torque converter and transmission are not installed. The picture above is an engine with our former line of cylinder heads. Hi, Actually, I'm Fred White's only child, Elaine & Skip is my cousin from TX . These starters have proven to be highly reliable, and offer excellent header clearance. Available Add to cart. The pictures above and below are file photos to display the studded mini nuts. We find this to be a very valuable feature. Big AL at Skip White Performance is a professional, responsive and courteous customer service representative. The life of the engine can be greatly extended if you run a race grade engine oil such as our Schaeffer brand racing oil. They may label these parts with a name, but one that is totally unrecognizable in the industry. The final step is to clean the block in our high pressure block washer. It's very important that you re-calibrate the oil level marking on the dipstick. The oil that was used during the test run or dyno tuning will be drained as this is required by the shipping companies. The 427 engine has a deeper stroke crank, heavier pistons, and these engines make up to 625 hp and turn up to 6800 rpm. This has many advantages. This engine doesnotcome with oil in it. Doing this may reduce the chance of oil leaks and reduce oil temps. Not using the existing heads,going to AFR 220 race version. The idle is radical. Should you have a Turbo 350 trans, then this cam choice would allow you to run a somewhat taller final gear to allow decent highway driving in the lower rpm ranges. skipwhite (210,726) 100%. When you install the engine, you must verify that the timing is set at the correct value, and the fuel to air ratio must be verified. FAST FORWARD TO PRESENT DAYWe have become the largest street rod engine builder in the nation. The tooth count must be correct. We now use the Clevite bearings in our engines. Skip White Performance. Below are pictures showing how your engine is prepared for shipping. This will protect the eccentric fuel pump lobe on the camshaft. Touring the world with friends one mile and pub at a time; is heavenly gondola open today. These other sellers have capitalized on our name as we see it, and many customers searching for us will inadvertently find them, thinking we are one in the same company. Thisengine can be installed in medium to heavier cars without killing acceleration, having todeepen the final gear, and needinga huge stall converter. "This motor has a Dart racing block," White says. As of this notice, (10/20/2021) the great pretenders have an "F" rating on bbb with a fraud alert. Once you have put a predetermined amount of oil in your engine, and run it for a few minutes, let it sit for awhile on level ground, check the oil, and mark your dipstick with a flat file to re-establish the full mark. $65.00 Your engine will also be fully insured. The ARP-2000 rod bolts are a very good upgrade, in our opinion. The lack of hardness of the rocker body is the real problem. The modern day carbs actually do well with very little or no choke. US $83.9 The texture is powder coat baked on so it won't chip fade or peel Durable CNC Machined From T6061 Billet Aluminum Built from billet 6061 aluminum Fits 2007 or newer GMC Chevy Silverado Sierra 1500 HD 2500 HD 3500 3349 E. Stone Dr. Kingsport, TN 37660. The warranty on the hydraulic or hybrid roller cam and valve train components is the same as the rest of the engine. We have an "A+" rating with the Better Business Bureau and we have maintained the A+ rating for many years. We never stop trying to build a better engine, and we learn from our own experiences and from feedback from our customers. Some of our engines offer and extended capacity Champ oil pan that has kickouts that swell outward approx. A small/reduced base circle is when we go smaller then standard to get the nose of the lobes away from the rods. $663,078. Damper failure rates are much higher on engines using a non-sfi damper coupled with hp ratings exceeding 450 and turn 5600 rpm or higher. In most cases we do have both sizes, 153 and 168 tooth, available. An ultra smooth engine at high rpm has a noticeable feel and sound to it. For tech support, please use the"Ask A Question or Contact" tab. The oil pans we use on all of our engines are made in the USA by Champ. Please see the article in the lower part of this ad for a more detailed explanation. Skip to content. They use a low grade stainless that actually has a near non-existent amount of nickel in them, but that's not the real problem with them, as stainless steel has no advantage over high grade heat treated steel when it comes to a roller rocker. In some cases we can build certain engines with a reduced compression that will run on regular fuel or mid-grade, but these engines are to be setup with greatly reduced camshaft profiles. SBC CHEVY 421 DART SHORT BLOCK FORGED FLAT TOP 4.155 PISTONS SCAT CRANK & RODS. The picture below is a file photo of our Wiseco piston. 6. Let any engine with compression numbers above 10:1 clatter and ping (aka spark knock) for very long, and you will lose the engine due to detonation, and in some cases this can happen very quickly. The 10W-30 7000 series oil is totally acceptable to use once the engine is broke in especially in cool weather. The Scat crankshafts are the best wayto build a strong bottom end for, street rods, dirt and circle track racing, and drag strip racing. The officially licensed body is the ultimate aerodynamic upgrade to the popular Felony platform, whether you are making speed runs on the back roads or drifting in the parking lot. 4.117" finished bore. Don't be misled by the term "hardened," as this is nothing more than a stock style low cost push rod. 4-bolt mains, splayed caps on center three mains. Some of these problems give no indication other than reduced hp numbers. This cool down is considered part of the engine's first heat cycle. The ARP-2000 bolts are installed in the rods and this upgrade is only available with the Competition rod upgrade. Should you ever decide to sell your car. See our other listings for a complete line of the Ram brand SFI flywheels. The Wix Racing filters are a true racing filter, and have a micron rating of around 60. We have this upgrade featured in our other listings. Pardon the mess. Racing oil filters such as the Wix Racing oil filter may only be used after the engine is completely broken in and we would prefer that you stay with the 20W-50 Shaeffer oil when running the racing filter. Skip White Performance vs. White Performance & Machine. 15 or better. We have excellent sources for low cost shipping anywhere in the world. There are many benefits to this service. The mains and rod bearings as well as the crankshaft are well protected with an ample supply of oil even when the oil pressure numbers are lower than you think they should be. Continue reading for info on what type oil filters to use. Our official company name is Skip White Performance. If you're on the fence with this cam choice and the one below, then you may want to go with this cam and keep the rocker ratio at 1.5, or go with cam choice 2 and go with a 1.6 ratio. Tuning includes jetting or adjusting the carb, ignition timing, or readjusting the rockers. The rod bolts are most likely to fail under hard use, moreso than the rod itself. 900-950, and never too far below this unless you are running the smaller engine cam choices. This is why race engines are dynoed:to put a good number of passes on the engine under heavy load, as this will partially seat the rings very quickly, making the engine somewhat ready for racing. Definitely notthere is no connection between the two companies. After the engine is fully broken in, you may move over the Schaeffer full synthetic oil. To sum it up, there are three important factors to look for when selecting the correct flywheel, tooth count, int. Factors such as outside temp, altitude, compression ratio, and the type of driving you do determine the temp range to run. Timing components: SA Gear 8999T billetdouble roller timing set. Prior to shipping you will be sent a close up picture showing your engine on the pallet including any other items you purchased with your engine. 4. If you choose not to purchase the dyno tuning package, we will still do a test mule run, as many engine builders do, and it certainly is better than nothing but pales in comparison to a full dyno tuning. If you decide to run a high volume mechanical fuel pump on this engine, then you must use the special polymer fuel pump rod that we offer, and you must also use a fuel pressure regulator, and gauge, set to approx. Should you have a warranty issue, proof will be required. Should warranty issues arise, proof of the rev limiter use will be required. 383 Available - RacingJunk Classifieds provides 5639 racing engines to fit your ride. COMMONLY USED IN ENGINES BUILT TO 800+ HORSEPOWER. Your engine will continue to seat the rings in to an even higher degree after 300-500 miles of driving. Our crew wrapping up for the day. We have this upgrade featured in our other listings. We also prefer draining the oil as this gives us a chance to examine it for metal particles. He runs Steve Schmidt Racing Engines in Indianapolis, a 28,000 sq.-ft. engine shop capable of producing 700 engines a year, with two full machine shops and a dyno. As our business grew, we expanded our machine shop, and putting heart and soul in this company, we have become the number one street rod engine builder in the nation. Three new CWT balance machines under one roof is a rare sight. Our goal is set the piston at zero deck (flush with the deck surface). Failing to do this not only delays the break-in, but can permanently stop the engine from establishing a good wear pattern on the cylinderwalls. Any problems the engine may have will show up during the dyno tuning process. 465 Small Block Chevy Engine. The Wiseco Racing pistons are rated at 800+hp. The 421 willaccelerate most medium to heavy cars dramatically quicker than the common 383's and 350's on the market. If your car is over 3400 lbs, we strongly advise against this cam, unless you have a final gear in the 4.10 range or numerically higher. . Champ oil pan, it has kickouts that swell outward approx. As you may have noticed, this is why we specify the brand name and series of every part used in our engines. PART #: CNC-9381-E. CNC Competition 427/434 Dart Short Block, Eagle 4.000 Crankshaft, Eagle 6.0 H Beam Rods, Dart SHP Block . Skip White Performance. Product Information. Keep the temp in the low to middle range. We are offering four cam choices listed below in this engine. The cooler you keep the engine, the lower the risk of detonation. Final gearing would need to be at 373 or numerically higher. Valve train wear and noise would be nearly nonexistent when coupled with 1.5 or 1.6 rockers. 3 inches on each side and has a square flat bottom but depth is only about half an inch different from the stock style pan. The exhaust note that this engine produces is much deeper than that of any of the smaller cubic inch engines on the market. The idle sound with this cam is very erratic. This would only be a concern for those wanting to drive their vehicles on long trips or with frequent use. We also include an engine stand like the one pictured, wheels included, and an engine lift plate. If you purchased the dyno package from us then the fuel to air ratio on your carburetor will be tuned within the safe ranges. The problems with these stainless rockers are the same as mentioned above. ft. townhouse is a 3 bed, 3.0 bath unit. The racing filters do not require the by-pass valve in them due to the fact they have such a loose media. Some of the benefits of the Scat crankshaft: The material used in this crankshaft is manufactured from an exclusive Space Age material that was designed for high strength and fatigue resistance. If you think you will encounter clearance issues with the kickouts, we recommend opting for the stock appearing 5 qt. When a rod bolt fails during high RPM, total engine destruction is usually the result. Made in the USA from 4130 chromoly steel. You can see this and other upgrade options in our ebay store under the "UPGRADES" category, or simply do a search with the key word, "Upgrade" in the search bar when shopping in our ebay store. Skip White Performance provides many high performance racing and engine products such as, stroker engines, turn-key engines, cylinder heads and pistons. SBC 421/427/434 Assemblies SBC LT1 383 Assemblies SBC Short Block Kits Starters Timing Chains & Covers . To see one of your engines highlighted in this special feature and newsletter, please email Engine Builder managing editor, Greg Jones at gjones@babcox.com. Around every 1500-2000 miles. Should a problem occur in the first year of the warranty that we determine can be repaired by you or a qualified repair shop, ue to the difficulty of accessing certain engine parts in some vehicles, we are. You may choose 1.5 or 1.6 rockers with this cam, but we recommend the 1.5 rockers for even better low end response, especially if you plan on running an overdrive transmission. 4.155 PISTONS 2PC RMS-350 MAINS, SBC CHEVY 421 ASSEMBLY SCAT & WISECO FLAT TOP 4.155 X 3.875 STROKE SMJ, SBC CHEVY 427 ASSEMBLY SCAT & WISECO -8cc Dh. Steve Schmidt is a busy guy. One more benefit is that timing accuracy is very precise and will remain that way. Our cam choice 3 or 4 would be much more suitable. Run the oil and filter for a period of approx. This is a somewhat labor intensive procedure and is not required, but the feel of an absolutely vibration free engine at high rpm is desirable by many. This engine is best suited to operate with an electric fuel pump, with a pressure regulator set at 5.5-6.5 psi. Damage due to overheating, detonation or extreme abuse will not be covered by the warranty. Due to their limited production capability and many disagreements about the engine building process and workmanship, we opted to open a full scale machine shop back around 2005. Add to wish list. We do offer this engine with a manual flywheel. It is very important that you choose the correct cam and intake for your car and its intended purpose. Cam choice #4 would be an excellent choice for those with a heavy car or truck. You would not be able to run an overdrive trans, power brakes, or air conditioning with this cam choice. They usually last much longer than a non-SFI damper. 4.155 400 MAINS, SBC CHEVY 434 ASSEMBLY SCAT & WISECO -9.5cc Dh. We were at one time getting calls nearly on a daily basis from people that did not realize there were two shops in this town with very similar names. Jan 19, 2011 (Edited by Moderator) dgcantrellsr said: Don't know Skip, but know his dad, Fred started that buisness many moons ago, probably around early 70's. They are located about 30 miles from me, have dealt with them on occasions. This allows the rings to expand in a perfect circle and with greater pressure against the cylinderwalls to establish an even wear pattern. Introducing our 434 cu.in. 421 - Lot of Glass Pie Plates & More 422 - Wood "Garden" Plaque . The larger cams could possibly cross the finish line sooner in cars that are setup properly compared to the smaller choices, but the smaller cams will have a better feel in the lower to mid rpm range without all the drama of the more radical setups above. Marine engines must upgrade to a 4340 crank unless the engine already comes with this, and the ARP-2000 rod bolts. This particular 421 cubic inch small-block Chevrolet engine build was started as a father/son project while Army veteran Mike Sargunas was stationed abroad in Afghanistan, and was designed to replace a 383 SBC . This may alter your initial starter adjustment, and if it does, you may need to do a light adjustment once the transmission is installed. ARP-2000 rod bolts:This is one upgrade that we find to be very valuable. These do not have the welded ball on the end. Howards brand are the only type of pushrod we use in our engines. Our engines must be used with a rev limiter. It's very important that you re-calibrate the oil level marking on the dipstick. Extends engine life and frees up a few more horse power. jetting several times, adjust the idle circuits, and the air-bleeds occasionally have to be changed. Price. Our recommendations will change from time to time. The ARP-2000 rod bolts also torque at a higher number, and this increased clamping force is also a factor in keeping the big end of the rod stable and true to size. or ext bal. Ford 302-347 Kit. The standard balance job that is included with this assembly at no extra charge is certainly sufficient. This is a common practice in many high performance engines. This is a somewhat labor intensive procedure and is not required, but the feel of an absolutely vibration free engine at high rpm is desirable by many. COMMONLY USED IN ENGINES BUILT TO 800+ HORSEPOWER. - SCAT 4340 FORGED CRANKSHAFT, CLEVITE HP BEARINGS. pan will still be a Champ pan and will have the windage tray and crank scraper. This led to a failure of the high quality Felpro intake gaskets. The difference in these compared to the low grade no-name rockers on the market is huge. With a race balance job, all pistons and rods are match weighed to within 2/10's of a gram or less, and the final balance is brought down to around 1 gram plus or minus. . This does not mean that the pistons are for racing only. These pistons are perfectly designed for use on the street, as well as for medium to upper level drag racing. Race rings. A superlight 3.8" rotating assembly won't leave you enough to even machine your block. These racing filters have a very loose media and provide very little resistance and a high oil flow volume, but due to the loose media, they don't filter small particles of debris from the oil. Keep the engine coolant temp as low as possible, but it is not a problem if it runs as high as 210 on very hot days, as long as it's consistent, and not climbing. Whether intended for stock replacement or racing, various levels of . Never let the engine idle for excessively long periods during the break-in period. Chevy Engine Kit - Chevy Stroker Kit, 400 Small Block, 406, 421, 427, 434, at GREAT Prices, Selection, Customer Service, and Low Shipping Rates All From COAST HIGH PERFORMANCE . About Skip White PerformanceI'm sure many of you have noticed there are 2 high performance engine builders in Kingsport, TN with similar names, leading to a . We have scrutinized these products in the past and found all of the above problems, and I can tell you there are most likely many more. Horsepower rating would drop an additional 10-15 hp below the cam choice 2. Cost of the full dyno tune option for engines with EFI fuel systems will be$100more. A weekend of racing at the drag strip would likely have less of an effect on the valve train components than a 100 mile easy drive as far as wear is concerned. We strongly recommend reducing the amount of oil used in these oil pans by approx. Call Us: . Landshark928. Both components are far superior to the regular Melling oil pump and drive rods used by most other engine builders. Take notice of the design of these rods. SBC 421/427/434 Assemblies; SBC LT1 383 Assemblies; SBC Short Block Kits; Starters; Timing Chains & Covers; Transmissions & Accessories; Upgrades; Valve Covers & Accessories; Horsepower. Engines with a full solid roller valvetrain do require an occasional lash adjustment. These non-branded, (no-name) products are often poor quality in many ways. If you have a hard cranking issue, purchase an in-car timing controller or ignition kill switch. Skip White Performance.

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