Engine suppliers....

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Right, we despite initial attempts of working to 'a budget' this has now largely gone out the window as it's pointless building something like an Ultima and cutting corners

Now researching engine options (Chevy) and want to go for something like a 6.3 litre with about 450-500 bhp.

Had a look at American Speed and a 6.3l 460hp unit comes in at just over 6 grand (GBP) although this excludes shipping and the inevitable import duty.

I heard that Real Steel only do turnkey engines with new blocks which is no good as I need a pre'74 to avoid cats.

So, any suggestions as to any other decent builders/suppliers for rip-snorting Chevys?

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Thanks chaps.

I also found cobra classics www.cobraclassics.co.uk/engine.htm who do a pretty good deal and also I read with interest an article in this month's Kit Car about a bloke who builds for Gardner Douglas who had done a supercharged version for a Cobra - could be worth a look as it's relatively cheap power.

Will let you know how I progress.

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Mike - although the LS1 is suitable, as it's so modern the SVA rules would force you to put CATs on the car - and no self respecting Petrolhead wants that

If you can build me a 450bhp small block in a pre-'74 block for 4k I'd be interested though

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Bug

Definitely interested in having a poke around your and I see that you're not too far from me. Will be in touch soon to try and work out a date.

Cheers
Stig

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Thanks Andy - not only have you set my mind at ease (not that it wasn't already) but you've also answered a question that I get alot from the website.

600bhp supercharger.... here I come!!!