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Chevrolet and GM Performance Parts - ZZ383-500 500 HP 383 CI Stroker Crate Engine
Chevrolet - ZZ383-500 500 HP 383CI STROKER CRATE ENGINE
For those people that want a “383 Stroker” or just something a step above the ZZ450.
Our Race Shop not only came up with a stroker engine, but also an improved version of the much acclaimed ZZ430 and HT 383 crate engines.
The full ZZ383-500 “383” engine is rated at 500 HP @ 5,700 RPM, 491 FT/LBS @ 4,600 RPM. This is a full 50 horsepower more then the ZZ450, and it is still streetable and runs on pump 92 octane premium gas. The ZZ383-500 is an engine that is exclusively made by Chevrolet. You can’t get this engine anywhere else.
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Chevrolet has a “New” 383 c.i.d. crate engine, the ZZ383-500, to add to our line up. The new ZZ383-500 puts out an impressive 500 hp @ 5,700 rpm and 491 ft/lbs. @ 4,600 rpm of torque. Chevrolet starts with the GM 383 short-block as the foundation for the ZZ383-500 and adds to it all the tried and proven components that combine to produce this engine. Keeping with the goal of making this engine useable for street and strip applications, we chose parts that were well suited to this application, like the hydraulic roller cam which has great idle, vacuum, and streetability characteristics. We added the AFR 6155 Rev. Kit to help the hydraulic lifters function effectively at high rpm.
The top end of the engine consist of a pair of special AFR 195cc cylinder heads and an Edelbrock Victor Jr. single plane intake manifold to help the engine breath throughout the rpm range set as the goal for this engine. The AFR heads have 58cc combustion chambers, which helps the ZZ383-500 attain a 10:1 compression ration, and the ZZ4 plug pattern. The Edelbrock intake manifold is good up to 8000 rpm which is more then adequate for the maximum rpm of 6,500 for this engine.
To finish off the ZZ383-500, we added the new Holley 0-82751 4150 Street Hp 750 cfm carburetor to keep up with the demands of this engine and the Proform 141-693 Chevrolet Clear Anodized Aircraft Aluminum Plain 14” air cleaner for its low profile, to aid in hood clearance, and the overall show quality appearance it give this engine.
At this time we do not have a base engine package put together for this engine, but if enough people express interest in one, we will be more then happy to put one together for everyone.
As part of the celebration of the GM small-block V8 50th anniversary, we made a special version of the ZZ383-500 called the ZZ383-500A which features special black power coat valve covers and the black painted Proform low profile air cleaner. You can read more about this and see pictures of this version on our page made specially for this. This version of the ZZ383-500 will only be produced for the year 2005.
ZZ383-500HP TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Parameter
Specification
Horsepower:
500 @ 5,700 RPM
Torque:
491 @ 4,600 RPM
Max. Rec. RPM:
6,500 RPM
Comp. Ratio:
10.1:1
Partial Engine:
GM P/N 12499106, 383ci
Block:
P/N 88962516, Cast Iron, Four Bolt Main, 383 Stroke
Crankshaft:
12489436 Forged 4340 Steel
Connecting Rods:
P/N 12497624 Stroker PM
Pistons:
P/N 12499103 High Silicon .005 O/S
Piston Rings:
12499107 set .005 O/S
Camshaft:
P/N 2204, Edelbrock Hyd. Roller, Lift (.539” I, .548” E), Duration @ .050” (234° I, 238° E)
Timing Chain:
P/N 12371043, Single Roller Design
Timing Cover:
P/N 12342089 GM, Chrome (Proform 141-215)
Timing Tab:
P/N 12342011 GM, Chrome (Proform 141-202)
Lifters:
P/N 875-16 “R” Series, Comp Cams Pro Magnum Hydraulic Roller.
Cylinder Heads:
P/N 1038, Special AFR 195cc, 58cc combustion chamber
Cylinder Head Gasket:
P/N 10105117 GM
Intake Valves:
P/N 7204 AFR 2.020”
Exhaust Valves:
P/N 7219 AFR 1.600”
Valve Springs:
P/N 8020 AFR, Standard Hydraulic, 1.450” OD
Valve Spring Ret.:
P/N 8510 AFR, Standard 10° 4140 Chrome Moly, 1.450” OD
12° BTDC @ 800 RPM, 36° total @ 3,200 RPM with vacuum advance line disconnected and plugged. This setting will produce 36° of total advance at wide open throttle (WOT).
Fuel:
92 Octane
Oil Pan:
P/N 12557558 5 Quart Camaro/Caprice
Oil Pan Gasket:
GM P/N 10108676
Oil Filter:
PF1218
Oil Breather:
P/N 141-616 Proform, Chrome
Oil Fill Cap:
None, remove oil breather, for oil filling.
Valve Cover:
P/N 12480127 GM, Bow Tie Cast Aluminum
Damper:
P/N 12498008, Balanced 383 Stroker
Flex Plate:
P/N 14088765, 153 Tooth
Water Pump:
P/N 8810 Edelbrock, Short Style Or P/N 8811 Edelbrock, Long Style
Air Cleaner:
P/N 141-693 Proform, Chevrolet Clear Anodized Aircraft Aluminum Plain 14”
(You can choice between any Proform air cleaner in exchange for 141-693 except 141-790.)
Your Choice Of Either Listed Below:
GM Red 8 MM Wires (Performance or Bow Tie), Stainless Wire Looms
Moroso Blue Ultra 40 Wires, Moroso Wire Looms
Note: Parts as well as prices and specifications are subject to change. Please call and talk to one of our parts
sales persons prior to ordering for the most current information. Parts highlighted in yellow above are included with the Premium engine and do not come on the Base engine.
ZZ383-500HP OPTIONS
Options
Price
*Labor
A
Dyno Testing, Break-In Calibration:
Your engine will be completely tested and broke in (ready to run). Carb jetting distributor
calibration set to a premium performance level. Includes a video of your engine on the dyno,
with one test run. You will also receive dyno sheets showing power and torque output.
None
$495.00
B
March aluminum pulleys, brackets.
Call
Call
C
Carb Fuel Line: 641270 Russell, 18 AN Fittings. Also included are fittings and hose from carb fuel line to fuel pump.