Dart's Special High
Performance small block meets
the need for an affordable,
precision machined, cast iron
block with superior features.
Designed for high performance
and heavy duty applications,
the SHP block is the ideal
starting point for hot
rodders, drag racers, circle
track competitors,
off-roaders and high
performance marine
enthusiasts.
Features:
- Brand new
precision machined cast iron
block.
- Siamese bores
4.000" or 4.125"
(unfinished).
- Extra
thick decks ensure reliable
head gasket seal.
-
Blind head bolt holes don't
go through to water jacket.
- Clearance for
3.75" stroke with steel
rods.
- 350 main
journals accept commonly
available crankshafts.
- Splayed outer bolts on
middle main bearing caps
prevent cracks.
- Uses
standard two piece rear main
seal or option for one piece
seal.
- Provisions for
OE stock roller lifters and
cams.
- Uses 1981-1985
stock style oil pan and
dipstick.
- Uses stock
stamped steel or plastic
timing cover.
- All OE
bolt holes for starter,
clutch ball, etc...
-
Priority main oiling system
directs oil to main bearings
first for more dependable
lubrication.