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Chevrolet Performance 350/290 Base Crate Engine

The 350/290 is an answer to those car crafters who demand maximum return on their money. The 350/290 delivers 308 hp @ 5100 rpm and a solid 347 lb.-ft. of torque at 3900 rpm. Got a tired, old Chevy that needs a lift? Or maybe your looking for a great new Engine for you first Hot Rod build. If so, this is the crate engine for you. The 350/290 also has a four-bolt main bearing block, aluminum pistons, and a hydraulic camshaft. The cast iron cylinder heads are designed to be extremely durable while still providing good airflow through the engine.

This base model is perfect for builders swapping over the intake manifold, carburetor and other components when repowering a vehicle.

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Part # 19355658

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All GM Performance Parts Crate Engines includes a 24-Month or 50,000 Mile Limited Warranty through GM Performance Parts.

Tech Specs
Part Number:19355658
Horse Power:308 hp @ 5,100 rpm
Torque:347 lb.-ft. @ 3,900 rpm
Engine Type:Chevy Small-Block V-8
Displacement (cu in):350
Bore X Stroke (in):4.000 x 3.480
Block:Cast-iron with four-bolt main caps
Crankshaft:Nodular iron
Connecting Rods:Powdered metal steel
Pistons:Cast-aluminum
Camshaft Type:Hydraulic flat tappet
Valve Lift (in):.450 intake /.460 exhaust
Camshaft Duration (@ 0.050 in):222° intake / 222° exhaust
Cylinder HeadsIron; 76-cc chambers
Valve Size (in):1.94 intake / 1.50 exhaust
Compression Ratio:8.0:1
Rocker Arms (intake):Stamped steel
Rocker Arms (exhaust)Stamped steel
Rocker Arms Ratio:1.5:1
Recommended Fuel:Regular unleaded
Ignition Timing:32° Total @ 4,000 rpm
Maximum Recommended RPM:5100
Balanced:Internal