BluePrint Engines Pro Series 540 HP Long Block GM 427 Small-Block Crate Engine
Highlights
- Ideal for Restomods
- Great for Street/Strip
- Strong Throttle Response
- All Forged Internals
BluePrint Engines Pro Series 540-Horsepower Long Block GM 427 C.I. Small-Block Crate Engine.
Fuel your build with the punch of a Pro Series GM 427 small-block crate engine (PS4272CT1)! A drop-in assembly by BluePrint Engines, it delivers track-level power while staying street friendly. Built with forged internals, it’s primed to handle stress and a quick throttle response. A 10.0:1 compression ratio lets it run smoothly on standard pump gas.
Features and Benefits:
- High-strength, cast iron engine block with 4.125” bore
- Operates at 540 horsepower and 535 ft.-lbs. torque
- 10.0:1 compression ratio for stronger throttle response and crisp performance
- 4-bolt main offers stronger bottom end for high-HP applications
- 1-piece rear main seal ensures stronger, leak-free security
- Block is drilled and tapped for clutch linkage
- Built-in BluePrint Engines Muscle Series cylinder heads made of aluminum
- New forged steel crankshaft with 4.000" stroke and forged 6.000" connecting rods
- Forged pistons for incredible strength and impact resistance
- Rotating assembly is internally balanced for smoother, more stable operation
- Hydraulic roller cam. for lower maintenance and better strength than flat tappet cam.
- Ignition timing: 10-16 degrees initial and 32-34 degrees total
- Includes mechanical fuel pump provision and passenger-side dipstick
- Backed by BluePrint Engines' 30-month/50,000-mile warranty
Also Includes:
- Valve covers
- Oil pan
- Timing cover
- Harmonic balancer
Cylinder Head Specifications:
- 64cc chambers
- 2.08" intake / 1.60" exhaust valves
- 220cc intake / 67cc exhaust runners
Camshaft Specifications:
- .577” intake / .577” exhaust lift
- 240 degrees intake / 248 degrees exhaust duration
- @ .050-112 degrees lobe separation
Please Note: Not designed for use in pollution-controlled vehicles.
California Residents: Proposition 65 Warning
Related Categories: Engine, Restomod, Crate Engines
Only for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles: This product can be used on vehicles that were manufactured before emissions control regulations were imposed. Pre-pollution vehicles are defined as:
- 1965 and older U.S. manufactured California certified vehicles
- 1967 and older U.S. manufactured federally certified vehicles
Vehicle Fitment
This product will fit the following Camaro years:
- 1967,
- 1968,
- 1969,
- 1970,
- 1971,
- 1972,
- 1973,
This product will fit the following Chevelle years:
- 1964,
- 1965,
- 1966,
- 1967,
- 1968,
- 1969,
- 1970,
- 1971,
- 1972,
This product will fit the following El Camino years:
- 1964,
- 1965,
- 1966,
- 1967,
- 1968,
- 1969,
- 1970,
- 1971,
- 1972,













