Some time ago, we asked several Mopar engine builders to share their secretstheir favorite combinations. The amount of mail that we received encouraged us to again query engine builders and manufacturers for their favorite Mopar builds.
The result is the accompanying eight combinations. Big-blocks, small-blocks, Hemisif it is a proven combination from a known source, youll find it here.
From mild street to radical race, we have you covered. So without further adieu, we offer eight Mopar combinations that will get you thinking about your next Mopar engine.
dLi '71-'91 360 Supercharged
Application Notes and Builder's Recommendations: Build big-block power from your much lighter small block with dLi. Excellent throttle response and great reliability. Basically a stock 360 engine with cleaned up heads and a performance cam. Top it off with the blower and a bigger carb. No rocket science needed here, just a little hood clearance. Most passenger cars could use a Six Pac-type scoop, or if you have a truck, you won't even need that! What you get is a small-block that makes over 320 lb/ft at 2,500 rpm and holds it above 330 lb/ft all the way to 7,000 rpm!
Engine Displacement: 360ciPeak Horsepower: 451 at 6250 rpmPeak Torque: 422 lb./ft. at 5000 rpmBore x Stroke: 4.000x3.580Compression Ratio: 8.2:1Crankshaft: Stock, cast-ironMain Bearings: Clevite 77, #MS1051P (77 TriMetal '71-'73) Clevite 77, #MS1266P ('74-'91)Connecting Rods: Stock forged. Optional polish beams an fit with ARP boltsRod Side Clearance: .012-.017 inchesRod Bearings: Clevite 77, #CB481P, 77 TriMetalPistons: Federal Mogul #L2405F, forgedPiston Wall Clearance: .0025 inchesRings: Speed Pro #R10475. Plasma MolyRing End Gap Clearance: .022/.024 inchesCylinder Heads: Stock w/ mild porting, performance valve job, and bowl blendingCombustion Chamber Size: 72ccIntake/Exhaust Valve Diameters: 2.02/1.60 inchesValve Springs: Isky 3105D w/ +.050 installed heightRocker Arms: Mopar Performance stock type, HD stampingPushrods: Stock or replacement adjustableCamshaft: dLi/Crane AH228 hydraulicInt./Exh. Duration at .050 lift: 228/238Int./Exh. Max Valve Lift: .480/.502Intake Centerline: 107Lobe Separation: 112Timing Set: Mopar Performance double rollerIntake Manifold: dLi single plane, blower-type w/B&M 174ci Roots-type superchargerCarburetor: Holley 850cfm w/mechanical secondaries and double accelerator pumpIgnition: Mopar Performance w/dLi blower curveTiming (specs): 32 degrees totalExhaust Manifold/Headers: Hooker w/1-3/4-inch primary tubes