Hi all,
I'm new to the forum and I'm in the process of finding a motor for my camaro...this is a bit of a rookie question, but does anyone know if a 2 bolt 400sbc will fit into the engine bay??
Thanks for the help
ian

 

The block is the same size as a 305 or a 350. What year camaro?

 

yup! It should if you currently have a 305-350 in the camaro

 

well...i'm actually also in the process of finding a body lol...and a frame...i have nothing yet. looking at an 82 body...if the price is right. But thats good...I found a 400ci motor for about $250 canadian, but its in pieces...just waiting for a rebuild. so hopefully everything comes together. Thanks for the help!
ian

 

here's another newb question...what does '2 bolt' and '4 bolt' refer to? is that how many mounts there are on the block to the engine bay? thanks again...hope this is in the right forum

 

2 and 4 bolt main refers to the number of bolts that hold the main crank caps in place.

 

I personnally really like the 400 run a good cooling system(kind of funny being -10 wind chilloutside). The 4 bolt 2 bolt refers to the number of bolts it takes to hold the main caps on which holds the crank in place. Normally a factory 4 bolt small block is considered stronger than a 2 bolt smallblock the 400 is the exception to the rule. Due to the thinner web area of the 400 the extra two bolts (of a 4 bolt)weaken this area. If you are lucky and have the 509 or 511casting and want to build a powerful 400 you can add splayed main caps that angle the outer bolt into a stronger area. There are two motor mounts on the engine. Keep us informed on your build there are plenty of tips on the 400.

 

oh wow...thanks for the comments! i think i have a lot of learning to do...I'll let you know how this all turns out.
Ian

 

you are in the right place to learn. many very smart people here.

 

awesome, thats good to hear. would anyone know where i could find a general guide to rebuilding an engine? I've got some of the basics down, but this would be my first complete tear down and rebuild. any ideas or help would be appreciated.
Ian