Scud67
08-02-2014, 01:42 PM
Here is some info on an engine (the first step in collecting parts for my build) that I have an opportunity to get..... any advise if I should "pull the trigger" and get it?
This is the email I received after asking for some information about it.....
"The block is an original 289 "HiPro" dated 1967. The casting codes are C5AE6015E and date code 7A-26. The HiPro engines have stronger bottom ends than the standard 289 block of the same period and are sought by enthusiasts for racing or street tuning so they are somewhat hard to find. The crank, pistons, et al, have been balanced and radiused. The heads are later model 351's that have been ported and polished. The 351 heads are preferred as the passages and valves are larger and the engine breathes better. It also has a later model 302 crank which make the engine, you guessed it, 302 displacement. All within a period correct 289 "HiPro" block.
Although we haven't torn it down since we've gotten it, removal of the rocker covers to get the head casting #'s revealed roller rockers so its a good bet it probably has a roller cam as well. The notes also state that the engine has "new pistons" (probably forged) and high performance oil pump. It also has a large capacity oil pan. The latter being very visible.
According to the notes, the engine rated at 425 HP on the dyno with dual fours. Currently it has a single, high rise four barrel manifold (Edelbroc I think but not sure). It is a "long block" type situation with a manifold and Cobra valve covers. No engine accessories like alternator, etc. But there is a distributor. A carb, distributor cap and wires would be required to make it run."
This is the email I received after asking for some information about it.....
"The block is an original 289 "HiPro" dated 1967. The casting codes are C5AE6015E and date code 7A-26. The HiPro engines have stronger bottom ends than the standard 289 block of the same period and are sought by enthusiasts for racing or street tuning so they are somewhat hard to find. The crank, pistons, et al, have been balanced and radiused. The heads are later model 351's that have been ported and polished. The 351 heads are preferred as the passages and valves are larger and the engine breathes better. It also has a later model 302 crank which make the engine, you guessed it, 302 displacement. All within a period correct 289 "HiPro" block.
Although we haven't torn it down since we've gotten it, removal of the rocker covers to get the head casting #'s revealed roller rockers so its a good bet it probably has a roller cam as well. The notes also state that the engine has "new pistons" (probably forged) and high performance oil pump. It also has a large capacity oil pan. The latter being very visible.
According to the notes, the engine rated at 425 HP on the dyno with dual fours. Currently it has a single, high rise four barrel manifold (Edelbroc I think but not sure). It is a "long block" type situation with a manifold and Cobra valve covers. No engine accessories like alternator, etc. But there is a distributor. A carb, distributor cap and wires would be required to make it run."