Chevrolet Small Block 350 (sbc 350)
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Builds
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 6 | This Is How It's Actually Supposed To Be Done
3/28/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt.3 | Filing rings and checking main clearances
3/28/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt.5 | Continued frustrations with rod clearances
3/28/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 11 | Installing the intake manifold and figuring out sbc nuisances
4/27/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 7 | Checking Crank Clearance and installing the rods.
3/28/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 8 | Installing Camshaft and timing components
3/28/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt.1 | Lifting This Engine Without Breaking It
2/26/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt.2 | Chasing the Head Bolts
2/26/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 13 | Installing fuel pump and figuring out I missed some parts
5/27/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 12 | Checking pushrod length and installing pushrods
4/27/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt.4 | Rod Bearing Clearance Check Goes Wrong
3/28/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 15 | Installing the harmonic balancer and testing the oil pump
5/25/2026
Small Block Chevy 350 Build Pt. 14 | Installing the oil pump, timing cover and oil pan
5/9/2026
Knowledge
What are the safest lifting points on a Small Block Chevy 350?What causes a rod bearing clearance to be too tight?What should I do if a measured clearance is out of spec?What torque spec and sequence should I use for an SBC 350 intake manifold?What torque should I use on the crankshaft bolt?Can I use a cutting tap instead of a thread chaser?How important is degreeing the cam?How do I know if a bolt hole is too damaged to chase?Why do you file piston rings instead of buying pre-gapped rings?How much end gap should I aim for on a SBC 350?How much material should I remove when filing a ring?What if my main clearances are out of spec?What clearance issues are common on SBC intake installs?What do I do if I see RTV squeeze-out into oil passages?What torque specs should I use for oil pump, timing cover and oil pan bolts?How do I know the oil pump pickup is positioned correctly?What is the acceptable rod bearing clearance for a Small Block Chevy 350?How do I know if my Small Block Chevy uses a mechanical or electric fuel pump?What bearing clearance should I aim for on a Small Block Chevy 350?How do I set lifter preload or hydraulic lash?How tight should rocker nuts be?What torque specs should I use for the cam thrust plate and timing cover?What torque should I use on the fuel pump mounting bolts?What should I check if the pump doesn't flow fuel after installation?How do I test for leaks safely after installation?Can I reuse the existing rod bolts?How does Plastigauge work and is it accurate enough?What torque should I use for rod bolts?What torque sequence and values should I use for SBC heads?What should I do to prepare the engine for first start and break-in?How accurate is Plastigage for measuring bearing clearance?Can I lift the engine with the transmission attached?How do I avoid cracking the oil pan while lifting?What should I do if the engine binds while lifting?How do I know when the pushrod length is correct?How do you test an oil pump on the bench?How do I know if my rod clearances are too tight or too loose?Can I file or grind my rods myself to correct interference?What causes repeated rod clearance problems on a SBC 350?How do I know the timing marks are aligned correctly?How do I check cam endplay?Do I need a special tool to check pushrod length?Should I replace the crankshaft seal when installing the balancer?Do I need a load leveler?Should I use a gasket or RTV for the timing cover and oil pan?Do I need ARP head studs or are stock head bolts okay?When should I replace rod bolts?If clearance is out of spec, what are my options?Any tips for preventing vacuum/fuel leaks after installation?Is plastigauge accurate enough for checking main clearances?
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