"The Heavy Hitter" 515 HP
(Stage 2)
With over 515hp and 550tq, this engine provides Big Horsepower, Big Torque, Big Results! The Stage 2 Big Block package has everything you are looking for… aluminum heads, roller rockers, roller lifters, and a badass roller camshaft with that beautiful choppy idle.
This engine has an excellent balance of power, drivability, and reliability. Whether you have a 4×4 Pickup, a Chevelle, or anything in between, this engine will do it all!
**Looking for a little more power or a bit more chop? Our "Hot Cam" upgrade will add another 30hp and 15ft/lbs of torque for an additional $495. Ask us about it**
Engine Overview
Key Notes
- 515HP / 550TQ
- 462 Cubic Inches (454 bored .030”)
- Roller Camshaft and lifters
- 9.8:1 compression
- Recommend 91 Octane Fuel
- 5800 RPM Rev Limit
- Bore x Stroke 4.280” x 4.00”
- Crisp/choppy note to the exhaust
- Good manifold vacuum for power brakes
- Strong bottom end and mid range power
- Excellent for all vehicles auto or manual
- Power band 2500-5400rpm
Dyno Results
Block:
- GM 2-Piece rear seal cast iron
- Precision bored within .0002”
- Square decked with ultra-smooth surface finish
- Brass freeze plugs installed
- Align Honed Mains with ARP bolts
Rotating Assembly
- GM crankshaft
- GM rods with ARP rod bolts
- Sealed Power 24cc domed pistons with coated skirts
- Hastings moly piston rings
- Cloyes roller Performance Timing Set
- Howards Cams Performance Camshaft
- Comp Cams DLC Coated Lifters
Cylinder Heads
- CCE Oval Port Aluminum heads (118cc chamber, 196cc intake)
- Stainless 2.25” intake/1.880” exhaust valves
- Performance Dual Valve Springs
- Hardened Valve Locks
- Guide Plates
- Screw In Studs
Accessories
- Air Gap Aluminum Intake Manifold
- Holley QFT 750cfm Carburetor with electric choke
- Billet HEI Distributor
- Taylor Performance Plug Wires
- Matching Stainless Hardware Throughout
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!
How to Order Your Performance Crate Engine
Watch this quick guide to walk you through the simple steps of ordering your performance engine from Canadian Crate Engines.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a returning customer, this video covers everything you need to know from choosing the right engine package to finalizing your order.
