build thread

[dr78442]

I finally got around to start assembling my 455. So I figured I would start a build thread I hope to have the engine in the Olds by the end of the winter and have the car running by spring to make the 2012 season . I will update this thread as I make progess on the build.

[dr78442]

Some details about the engine are 72 455 from a Delta 88. The block is .30 with speed pro forged pistons 10.1.1.The rotating assembly has been balanced. I am using a Mondello roller cam with the following specs duration 280/274 Lift .523/.512 with lobe seperation of 114. A set of edelbrock heads and roller rockers from Mondello as well. I will be using the fuel injection from my 502. I hope to get 480 -500 horse out of this combo. Some more pics

[88hurstolds]

Wow!
Very nice:icon14:
I need to go through my 455 in my 88, its fast but after being at the track its not fast enough...

[dr78442]

Thanks ! I am having fun putting this engine together . After the Holidays the 502 comes out and the 455 goes in

[88hurstolds]

It's cool that you're going back to an Olds :icon14:

[dr78442]

update from 2/19/12
I used my day off to get some more work done. The 455 has a new home. I got some new pics to post.


Just a picture of my 502 that served me so well.

[88hurstolds]

Are you runnin a hydroboost system?

[dr78442]

Yes I am . The hydroboost is from an 85 G/N

[bernhard]

Nice work cool build :icon14:

[dr78442]

2/26/12 Spent a couple of hours today working on the Olds. All my fuel and computer connections are done . I am hoping to have her running in a couple weeks . A few pictures I took today

[dr78442]

Nice work cool build :icon14:

Thanks I hope to have her running in a couple weeks

[dr78442]

3/14/12 made some more progress. Just have to get the belts and connect the exhaust .

[88hurstolds]

Id love to see that run in person.

[dr78442]

Id love to see that run in person.

If your ever in NY you would be more than welcome to stop by and B/S . It is always nice to meet up with a fellow cutlass guy!:icon14:

[1984 Big Block H/O]

I like that tuned port throttle body you made work on that setup. I would be willing to bet that you will be upgrading to a large monoblade throttle body by the time you're done tuning it. That big block olds is gonna want more air. Looks like a nice configuration. Keep up the good work!