What makes a Chevy 383 stroker?

A 383 stroker has a 0.030 over bore of the stock 350, giving you 4.030 as a bore diameter. Putting the 400 crank in the 350 increases the stroke to 3.750. Other than that, all the other dimensions stay the same. If you do the math, you will get 382.6; round up and you have 383 ci.

How much horsepower does a Chevy 383 stroker have?

330 horsepower
The 383 stroker engines have been reported to achieve 330 horsepower with 410 foot-pounds of Torque, 395 horsepower with 410 foot-pounds of Torque and 395 horsepower with 410 foot-pounds of Torque.

Is a Chevy 383 a small-block?

While the standard 383 is the most common form of stroker small-block, there are several variations to this theme. The original 265ci small-block used a 3.75-inch bore and a 3.00-inch stroke. When the time came to design the 400, Chevy engineers had to stuff a 3.75-inch stroke into the 265’s same block architecture.

How much horsepower does a 383 crate motor have?

438 horsepower
The EFI 383 is rated at 438 horsepower and 443 lbs. -ft. of torque.

What is the benefit of a stroker motor?

A stroker is an engine that has been modified to increase the length of the stroke and therefore has a greater engine capacity. Its benefits are improved torque and power.

Are stroker engines worth it?

A stroker kit is worth it if done properly and for the right price. You probably will lose a little fuel economy, but only because your foot will be heavier on the pedal.

Are stroker motors reliable?

A few years ago stroker motors weren’t very reliable but with testing and redesigning now they are almost as reliable as a stock motor as long as you treat them right.

Is a stroker motor better?

While building a proper performance engine is a lot of work, and stroking an engine adds even more, the end result is always worth the effort, because bigger is always better!

What is the best transmission for a 383 Stroker?

What is the Best Transmission for a 383 Stroker? TH400. This is an improvement over the TH350 and is more expensive than that model too. Powerglide. This is a two gear performance model for light vehicles, those that weigh under 1800 lbs. 700R4. If you have this, ditch the car and get a bicycle, this is not the best, it’s the worst transmission choice. GM200. 4L60-E.

What size carburetor do I need for a 383 Stroker?

The carburetor used depends on the type of engine and the use of the engine. For normal street driving with a 383 stroker engine, ChevyMania! recommends a 650 cfm carburetor.

What is the bore size for a Chevy 383 Stroker?

The 383 stroker engine has a bore of 4.03 inches and a stroke of 3.75 inches versus the GM 350’s bore of 4.00 inches and 3.48 inches of stroke.

What is transmission for a 383 Stroker?

What is the best transmission for a 383 stroker? Well, it depends. You can use these: 7004r, 4l60, 4l80, th400, th200, 200r4, th350, or even a th350c.