Basically my builds going to be a 406 but I want a soild bottom-end. I've searched here and alot of other places on pros/cons of both and got alot of info. So my decision...
What I feel would be strongest and best for the bottom-end is ofcourse the more expensive route. Keep it 2bolt, fill the water jacket, splay it and girdle it etc. Aftermarket scat more than likely with 6" rods etc etc. Ideally wanting 10:1. 500ish+torque and 425-450hp to the wheels, ideally.
Second option is cheaper, convert it to a 4bolt. I'd do it right to and spend the money if I did this. I'm just worried for the torque/hp I want it'll wear the bottom-end out quick.
It's more than likely going into a s-10 for mostly street/ some strip. But...I want it coming proper, ya know? heh.
I want strength for hard pulls and just to have the bottom-end strong. I know 400's are a bit infamous for cracks so I figure a solid bottom-end along with what my choices are for the top-end to work with the bottom-end. I'd like to be able to hit 6k when needed .
Whats everyones feelings? I'm guessing for the first build it'll cost me anywhere between $1600-$2200ish? Second build maybe $1000-$1800ish? Just the bottom-end work.
What I feel would be strongest and best for the bottom-end is ofcourse the more expensive route. Keep it 2bolt, fill the water jacket, splay it and girdle it etc. Aftermarket scat more than likely with 6" rods etc etc. Ideally wanting 10:1. 500ish+torque and 425-450hp to the wheels, ideally.
Second option is cheaper, convert it to a 4bolt. I'd do it right to and spend the money if I did this. I'm just worried for the torque/hp I want it'll wear the bottom-end out quick.
It's more than likely going into a s-10 for mostly street/ some strip. But...I want it coming proper, ya know? heh.
I want strength for hard pulls and just to have the bottom-end strong. I know 400's are a bit infamous for cracks so I figure a solid bottom-end along with what my choices are for the top-end to work with the bottom-end. I'd like to be able to hit 6k when needed .
Whats everyones feelings? I'm guessing for the first build it'll cost me anywhere between $1600-$2200ish? Second build maybe $1000-$1800ish? Just the bottom-end work.