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RAM JET ZL1 454 (No longer Available, information only.) 454ci (7.4L) Partial Engine
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RAM JET ZL1 454
510 HP @ 5750 RPM
Torque 493 @ 4250 RPM
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Ram Jet ZL1 454
88961499 Ram Jet ZL1 Limited Edition Fuel Injected ZL1 454
      With only 200 Planned for production, the Ram Jet ZL1 is sure to be a highly sought after item. The Ram Jet ZL1 is based on the legendary all aluminum ZL1 cylinder block. The ZL1 block first introduced in 1969, was used in Can Am racing and found it’s way into a very limited number of 1969 Corvettes and Camaros. With a few modern updates such as provisions for a roller camshaft and improved main webs, the ZL1 block is still produced from the original tooling used in 1969. Each engine will carry a special three-digit serial number machined into its unique cast logo Ram Jet ZL1 valve covers.
     The ZL1 makes serious power, with 510 horsepower on tap thanks to its 10.2:1 compression ratio and 640/598 lift solid roller cam. The Ram Jet ZL1 uses GMPP’s Ram Jet fuel injection originally introduced on the Ram Jet 502. This system offers great throttle response, torque and driveability. A forged crankshaft, rods and pistons fill the aluminum cylinder block. The aluminum cylinder heads have stainless steel valves and race quality springs actuated by roller rocker arms.
     The Ram Jet ZL1 comes complete with ignition, fuel system, water pump, starter, automatic transmission flexplate, ECM and wiring harness for quick and easy installation.
     The Ram Jet ZL1 is intended for use in 1978 and earlier pre-emissions street vehicles and any year off-road vehicles.

Horsepower: 510 @ 5,750 RPM
Torque: 493 ft./lbs. @ 4250 RPM
Max. Rec. RPM: 6,300
Compression Ratio: 10.2:1
Block: 12370850 Mark VI, 356-T6M Aluminum Alloy, Improved ZL1 Good For 650 HP
Bore: 4.250”
Stroke: 4.00”
Main Bearings: 12329723
Main Caps: Four-Bolt Splayed Steel
Crankshaft: 03963523 Forged 1053 Steel 4.00” Stroke, Nitride Treated.
Connecting Rods: 10198922 4340 Forged Steel, Magnaflux Inspected And Shotpeened
Connecting Rod Bearing: 12329715
Pistons: 88961461, Forged Aluminum, Pressed Pin
Piston Rings: 12498734, Plasma-Moly
Camshaft: 88961447, Mechanical Roller Tappet; Lift: .640” I, .598” E; Duration @ .050: 236° I, 232° E; Center Line - 110 ATDC I, 109 BTDC E
Lifter: 88961452, Mechanical Roller Tappet
Timing Chain Kit: 12371053, Heavy-Duty Single Roller
Timing Cover: 00330850
Flexplate: 14001992, 168 Tooth, 14" OD, For Automatic Transmissions
Oil Pan: 14103141, 6 Quart
Windage Tray: All New Design, Teflon Coated
Oil Pan Gasket: 10159519
Oil Pump: 03969870, Heavy-Duty
Balancer: 10216339, 8" Harmonic Damper
Cylinder Heads: 12363399, Signature Series 356-T6 Aluminum Alloy “Oval Port”, 110cc Combustion Chamber
Cylinder Head Stud: 25534347
Cylinder Head Gasket: 12363414
Valves: 12366987 2.25” I, Stainless Steel; 12366988 1.88” E, Stainless Steel
Valve Spring: 88961454
Valve Lash: .016 I, .018 E
Rocker Arms: 12361323 Extruded Aluminum Alloy, Roller Design, Bow Tie Logo, 1.7:1 Ratio, Stud Size 7/16”
Push Rods: 88961450 I, 88961451 E; High Performance One-Piece
Intake Manifold Lower: 12464482, Aluminum
Intake Manifold Upper: 12464484, Aluminum
Wiring Harness: Included
ECM: Included
Valve Covers: Special, Not Sold Separately
Water Pump: 14058915, Aluminum, Short Style
Distributor: 01104060 HEI, With Melonized Cam Drive Gear, CPU Controlled
Spark Plugs: 25164642 R43XLS, Rapid Fire #4
Ignition Timing: Base 10 Degrees
Fuel: 93 Octane Unleaded Premium Gasoline
Technical Notes: Melonized distributor gear must be used on all crate engines with steel camshafts.