Dart 31253354 Iron Eagle Block

Gen 7 Chevy Big Block

Dart Iron Eagle Sportsman blocks for small block Ford engines are powerful, competition blocks that offer racers the features they need while remaining affordable.

Features:

• Siamesed cylinders: Standard 4.000 or 4.125 cylinders can be safely bored to 4.165 diameter. Ductile iron sleeves and extra thick walls prevent cracking and produce excellent ring seal.
• Multiple deck heights allow for increased displacements of up to 468 cubic inches.
• Scalloped outer water jacket walls improve coolant flow around the cylinder barrels to prevent detonation, extend engine life and produce consistent cylinder temperatures.
• Ductile iron front and rear 2 bolt main caps with 4 bolt interior main caps. Rear cap uses standard one piece seal.
• Two main bearing diameters 302 (2.249) or 351C (2.749) allow choice of small or large journal camshaft.
• Stock components make Dart blocks a direct replacement for most production small blocks. Provisions for stock motor mounts, accessory drives, smog pumps, starter brackets, oil pans and pumps.
• Upgraded oiling system has a complete stock type system plus a low restriction priority main oiling system with front and rear external oil pump feeds.
• Dual crossovers allow oil flow to be metered with restrictors for roller lifter cams and/or rocker roller arms to reduce oil flow and windage.
• Reinforced head bolt bosses are blind tapped to prevent leaks and produce accurate torque readings. Extra thick decks prevent head gasket leaks.
• Standard camshaft and camshaft drive can be used. Lifter valley has bosses for production hydraulic roller lifters.