Rebuilding a 327 Small Block Chevy: A Comprehensive Summary

🔧The engine was initially brought in for a rebuild due to a broken piston caused by excessive RPMs during a burnout.

🔩Additional issues found during tear down included a heavily worn keyway, tired cylinder heads, and questionable block machine work.

🔍The decision was made to replace the 327 small block Chevy with a 383 stroker for increased performance.

🔬The block was thoroughly cleaned and machined to ensure proper fit and performance.

⚙️The engine was assembled using high-quality components, including an aftermarket crankshaft, connecting rods, and forged pistons.

What caused the broken piston in the original 327 small block Chevy engine?

—The broken piston was a result of excessive RPMs during a burnout.

What other issues were found during the tear down process?

—In addition to the broken piston, worn keyway, tired cylinder heads, and questionable block machine work were discovered.

Why was the decision made to replace the 327 small block Chevy with a 383 stroker?

—The customer opted for a 383 stroker for increased performance and power.

What steps were taken to ensure proper fit and performance during the rebuilding process?

—The block was thoroughly cleaned and machined, and high-quality components were used during assembly.

What components were used in the rebuilt engine?

—The rebuilt engine includes an aftermarket crankshaft, connecting rods, and forged pistons.

00:11A customer brought in a 327 small block Chevy engine for a rebuild after a broken piston was discovered.

00:19During the tear down process, additional issues were found, including a worn keyway, tired cylinder heads, and questionable block machine work.

00:50The decision was made to replace the 327 with a 383 stroker for increased performance.

01:10The block was thoroughly cleaned and machined to ensure proper fit and performance.

03:30High-quality components, including an aftermarket crankshaft, connecting rods, and forged pistons, were used during assembly.

06:50The engine was successfully rebuilt and tested on a dyno.