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Big-Block Chevy Crate Engines - Have It Your Way - 582 Cubes At A Time!

After Visiting Scott Shafiroff Race Engines, We Learned That Crate Engines And Options Can Co-Exist.

By Dan Ryder, Photography by Courtesy Of SSRE, Dan Ryder
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    To ensure a proper seal, Cometic MLS (multilayered steel) cylinder head gaskets are being utilized containing a compressed thickness of .040-inch (a necessity in any blown or nitrous-injected application).
    Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    To ensure a proper seal, Cometic MLS (multilayered steel) cylinder head gaskets are being
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    To keep the valvetrain in check, SSRE utilized Harland Sharp Wide Body 1.7:1 ratio roller rockers at this particular customer's request (the HHR package includes Comp Cams Pro Magnum steel units).
    Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    To keep the valvetrain in check, SSRE utilized Harland Sharp Wide Body 1.7:1 ratio roller
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Crane Hi-Rev .842-inch hydraulic roller tie-bar lifters were employed for precise valve actuation.
    Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Crane Hi-Rev .842-inch hydraulic roller tie-bar lifters were employed for precise valve ac
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Pictured is the completed long-block beyond the valve lash being properly adjusted.
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    An Edelbrock 454R intake manifold is used and, as seen here, SSRE was kind enough to tap the runners for the nitrous, which will be employed at a later date.
    Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    An Edelbrock 454R intake manifold is used and, as seen here, SSRE was kind enough to tap t
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Here the engine is completed with a 1-inch spacer, SSRE/Holley blueprinted 950cfm carburetor, MSD Pro billet distributor, MSD Custom 8mm wire set, and custom-engraved SSRE valve covers. It's now off to the dyno!
    Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Here the engine is completed with a 1-inch spacer, SSRE/Holley blueprinted 950cfm carburet
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Here Scott Shafiroff proudly displays one of the many 582s shipped daily. This particular engine was built using an aluminum block (as per the customers request-have it your way). All SSRE engines are shipped utilizing an enclosed wooden crate, custom-made engine stand and contain all necessary warranty information, as well as startup instructions and dyno sheets.
    Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
    Here Scott Shafiroff proudly displays one of the many 582s shipped daily. This particular
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines
  • Scott Shafiroff Big Block Chevy Crate Engines

BASE 582 PACKAGES
SSRE 582 Classic Package
Horsepower - 745@6,200 rpm
Torque - 710@4,500 rpm
Bore & Stroke - 4.600 X 4.375
Compression Ratio - 10.5:1

SSRE 582 Extended Cruising Version
Horsepower - 695@5,600 rpm
Torque - 700@4,000 rpm
Bore & Stroke - 4.600 X 4.375
Compression Ratio - 9.5:1

SSRE 582 Hot Hydraulic Roller Version
Horsepower - 765@6,000 rpm
Torque - 695@4,500 rpm
Bore & Stroke - 4.600 X 4.375
Compression Ratio - 10.5:1

SSRE 582 Saturday Night Special Version
Horsepower - 825@6,300 rpm
Torque - 720@4,800 rpm
Bore & Stroke - 4.600 X 4.375
Compression Ratio - 10.75:1

SOURCES
Scott Shafiroff Race Engines and Components
By Dan Ryder
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