Stock magnum bottom end with tricj flow heads what cam?

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I keep getting asked the question, and I guess the answer is, we need to. My only concern is making sure the public understands the magnum block does NOT oil through the heads. Which eliminates most LA based heads w/o some trickery.

This is on my list for tomorrow.
Drill the oil passages in the block and you cover all the bases. Customer or Blueprint can use the head of their choice. More options in la heads that wouldn’t require expensive rockers that will oil through the pushrods. More options, more better IMO.
 
Drill the oil passages in the block and you cover all the bases. Customer or Blueprint can use the head of their choice. More options in la heads that wouldn’t require expensive rockers that will oil through the pushrods. More options, more better IMO.
I have never tackled that task, nor have I seen it done. I will have to do some research.
 
I keep getting asked the question, and I guess the answer is, we need to. My only concern is making sure the public understands the magnum block does NOT oil through the heads. Which eliminates most LA based heads w/o some trickery.

This is on my list for tomorrow.
The convenience of having a quality rotating assembly (as well as being a stroker, not having to do all the extra work that is required to make that happen) almost immediately on the stand ready for completion using the end users own selected components building whatever they desire is a BIG selling point, as well as having other benefits such as a warranty and additional support. Yes, you need to!:poke:
 
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Nor have I but I am lead to believe that it isn’t rocket science. Especially with the machines you have.
We are capable if its possible, just have to go through the process. The absolute easiest thing to do it a short block version of what we have. Putting R&D time into oiling is another task, but give me time. I got the roller408 launched, the hemi approved. I'm getting there!
 
Thanks for the info.I completely see that the blue print is the hands down best bang for my buck. Throwing that money out there seems real reasonable vs over $3 in just a top end. I thought well I'd have them for the next round but dont really need them if I had a 408 that does it all from the get go. I just got to find some more funds floating around in the atmosphere. The moderator might as well shut this thread down
 
Thanks for the info.I completely see that the blue print is the hands down best bang for my buck. Throwing that money out there seems real reasonable vs over $3 in just a top end. I thought well I'd have them for the next round but dont really need them if I had a 408 that does it all from the get go. I just got to find some more funds floating around in the atmosphere. The moderator might as well shut this thread down
Happy to help anytime buddy. Threads don't have to go on lockdown when a question gets answered. Lol those trickflow heads are badass, they are just pricey. If you were building your own 408 at some point in the future and shooting for 600 hp, they would be great for expansion. But for a nasty street bruiser engine....Just showing options out there for alot more bang for your buck...If you are trying to keep it street, and budget oriented.

No reason to buy a 3 axle dump truck when you occasionally haul some mulch :p
 
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I'd get the Trick Flows and upgrade to a Blueprint short block at a later date.
I'm counting on Johnny to offer a short block in the very near future.
 
I'd get the Trick Flows and upgrade to a Blueprint short block at a later date.
I'm counting on Johnny to offer a short block in the very near future.
You guys keep me busy! That's a good thing!
 
I would like to know how someone is getting $3200 in putting Trick Flow heads on a 5.9. Even with solid roller sprung heads, you are about $2600, including the head bolts. Everything else is accessory parts that would be needed regardless of the head chosen. Also, the Harland Sharp rockers are NOT required for a magnum application. There are other rockers out there that will allow oiling through the pushrods, be less expensive, and in my opinion, a better choice than the HS.
 
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I would like to know how someone is getting $3200 in putting Trick Flow heads on a 5.9. Even with solid roller sprung heads, you are about $2600, including the head bolts. Everything else is accessory parts that would be needed regardless of the head chosen. Also, the Harland Sharp rockers are NOT required for a magnum application. There are other rockers out there that will allow oiling through the pushrods, be less exepnsive, and in my opinion, a better choice than the HS.
 
Thanks rumble! Yes I ran 12's with the magnum Headed 408 I linked above. Now I run 10's and trailer the car to the track with my bracket engine....lots of times I look at it and wish I had the street bruiser 408 we sell....pick your battles, and in this case (and many others) you can't build something unless you are reusing used pieces parts, for what we can do ya a finished engine for.

frankly, nothing i am gonna take to the track and race with drag tires on it( be it a 10 OR a 12 second car) isnt going to be trailered anyway. Flat tire, etc, etc you are poop out of luck
easy enough to make a stock stroke 360 run 10’s and be streetable... my pooch will run 11.20’s( isnt light) and has a bone stock bottom end. Stock stroke.
 
frankly, nothing (anything) i am gonna take to the track and race with drag tires on it.....
easy enough to make a stock stroke 360 run 10’s and be streetable... my pooch will run 11.20’s( isnt light) and has a bone stock bottom end. Stock stroke.

While true, it is Johnny that has easy availability to and works for Blue Print Engines and there 408 which is a no brain -er to use over a 360 built up or stock from his stand point & view. The 408 also makes for an better street bound power plant.

Did you post up your combo in the 11 second thread?
 
While true, it is Johnny that has easy availability to and works for Blue Print Engines and there 408 which is a no brain -er to use over a 360 built up or stock from his stand point & view. The 408 also makes for an better street bound power plant.

Did you post up your combo in the 11 second thread?

dont think i ever have
 
While true, it is Johnny that has easy availability to and works for Blue Print Engines and there 408 which is a no brain -er to use over a 360 built up or stock from his stand point & view. The 408 also makes for an better street bound power plant.

Did you post up your combo in the 11 second thread?

i agree. My point is nobody carries a spare drag radiaL or slick in the trunk( or frontrunner) in case of a flat or whatever.
For that reason( although i have in the past) i will always trailer a car to the track no matter what it runs, just to avoid a headache tow bill or who lnows what
 
Oh hell yea! For me, it’s a nightmare when that happens. No straight shot easy way home traveling through a city and crazy roads w/tolls. No one is hoping in there car saying I’ll be right there hold on and have a burger and fries, I’ll be there when your finished. It takes a long time.
 
I live 15 miles from the track . If I ever race again I will drive there .
 
What BR3 said
stock magnum rockers work unusually well for stock rockers
still have to set the fulcrum height with a big cam or long valves, etc
 
To the OP, what year is your magnum? After reading about all of these new alum LA heads I've been wondering how I could make them work on a 5.9 I just built when I realized it's a '94 and going back over my pics I see it's already drilled for LA head oiling.
 
@subcom You have a Magnum w/LA head oiling?
The best thing about that is the big meaty lifter bores. The only draw back as is would be the stock pistons a bit down in the hole.

Select the head you want to run, measure the heads cc amount and do the math for the comp ratio. Mill them if need be. Select the cam. Go party!
 
@subcom You have a Magnum w/LA head oiling?
The best thing about that is the big meaty lifter bores. The only draw back as is would be the stock pistons a bit down in the hole.

Select the head you want to run, measure the heads cc amount and do the math for the comp ratio. Mill them if need be. Select the cam. Go party!
I believe so?Judging by other pics I've seen this block does have the LA type oil holes for the heads. It's all put together and sitting in the car already with the EQ heads on it but the Speedmaster and Trick Flow heads are getting my attention.
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Yup! I see the oil head feed hole.
Who’s slugs at what set point?
On my cell, the reliefs looks equal.
Now getcha the best cylinder head you can afford.
 
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Yup! I see the oil head feed hole.
Who’s slugs at what set point?
On my cell, the reliefs looks equal.
Now getcha the best cylinder head you can afford.
Wiseco PTS527AS
10.5:1 piston, sits a little in the hole. Cant remember exactly how much but I measured and wrote it down somewhere. This is my new turbo build and will be using the EQ heads for now.
 
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