"Performer" 355 HP
(Stage 1 Plus)

CAD $9,495

Want to add a little more rumble under the hood? The Stage 1 Plus adds over 50hp to our standard Stage 1 package. It has that iconic muscle car rumble and crisp exhaust note, while still maintaining great drive quality and reliability. This package provides you with the best horsepower per dollar!

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Chevy 350 c.i Engine with 355 HP

Engine Overview

Key Notes

  • 355hp / 410 ft/lb torque
  • 355 cubic inch / 5.7L
  • Performance roller camshaft & Lifters
  • 9.2:1 compression
  • Recommended min 89 octane fuel
  • Rev limit: 5800rpm
  • Bore x stroke: 4.030 x 3.480
  • Iconic muscle car exhaust note
  • great manifold vacuum for power brakes and accessories
  • Strong bottom end and mid range power
  • Excellent for both automatic or manual transmissions
  • Power band 1800-5700rpm

Dyno Results

Dyno Graph Results for Chevy Stage 1+ showing peak torque of 412TQ and peak horsepower of 360HP

Block:

  • GM 1 piece rear main seal cast iron block
  • Passenger side dipstick
  • Precision bored within .0002”
  • Square decked with ultra-smooth surface finish
  • Brass freeze plugs installed

Rotating Assembly

  • GM cast iron crankshaft
  • GM powder metal rods
  • Sealed Power performance aluminum pistons
  • Hastings moly piston rings
  • Cloyes roller Performance timing set
  • Hydraulic roller camshaft
  • Melling lifters

Cylinder Heads

  • GM Vortec castings with 1.94” intake valves, 1.5” exhaust valves
  • Hardened keepers and retainers
  • Performance valve springs

Accessories

  • Aluminum performer intake manifold
  • Quickfuel 600CFM carburetor with electric choke
  • Billet HEI distributor
  • Matching stainless hardware throughout engine

Other Options

We are happy to accomodate any choices in block paint colour and spark plug wire colour at no extra cost. Our crate engines also include the choice of chrome or black tinware (valve covers and air cleaner).

Please feel free to contact us for pricing on other choices for aftermarket valve covers and other accessories!

Start your Stage 1 Plus build today!

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What is included with our crate engines?

Our base engine packages include the following items:
  • Long Block Assembly
  • Timing Cover
  • Intake Manifold
  • Air Cleaner
  • Harmonic Dampener Bolt
  • Distributor
  • Spark Plugs
  • Engine Oil
  • Engine Lift Plate
  • Oil Pan
  • Valve Covers (chrome/painted included in price)
  • Carburetor & Gasket
  • Harmonic Dampener (Balancer)
  • Flexplate (or flywheel at additional cost)
  • Spark Plug Wires
  • Oil Filter
  • Exhaust Gaskets

We also offer an optional completion kit, if you don't have these parts from your old engine:
  • Water Pump
  • Power Steering Pump
  • Billet Aluminum V-Belt Pulley Set
  • V-Belts
  • Fuel Pump
  • Billet Dipstick
  • PCV Valve
  • Alternator
  • High Torque Mini Starter
  • Accessory Brackets & Hardware
  • Fuel Pump Pushrod & Spacer Plate
  • Carb Fuel Feed Line
  • Valve Cover Breather
  • Flywheel/Flexplate Bolts

Below are additional parts that may be required. Please contact us if you have any questions concerning compatability with your new engine. We are able to provide direct fit headers or exhaust manifolds for almost all applications, as well as upgraded transmissions, clutch kits, and torque converters.
  • Thermostat Housing
  • Headers
  • Torque Converter
  • Clutch Kit
  • PCV Valve
  • Valve Cover Breather
  • Throttle Linkage
  • Radiator Fan
  • Fuel Injection
  • Thermostat
  • Header Bolts
  • Torque Converter Bolts
  • Pressure Plate Bolts
  • Vacuum (distributor, booster, PCV)
  • Intake Manifold fittings (heater core)
  • Aluminum Radiator
  • Transmission