Is a 602 crate motor externally balanced?
The 602 crate engine has a one piece rear main seal with a smaller crank hub of 2” and would utilize Flex Plate. This is because the block is one of the newer externally balanced engines that were built 86-up.
Is a 602 crate internally balanced?
Quarter Master includes the balance plate because the 602 and 604 crates are externally balanced.
How much horsepower does a 602 crate motor have?
The new stock ‘602 crate motor will usually make 365 to 375 horsepower. After our “Undercover Porting” cylinder head modifications & Crate Master camshaft, the same motor will typically dyno out at 410 to 420 horsepower. Torque also improves 15 to 30 ft.
How do you set the valves on a 602 crate?
Loosen the rocker arm nut slightly while rotating the pushrod with other hand with two fingers until the pushrod rotates easily. Then set the valve lash by tightening the rocker arm nut while rotating the pushrod with other hand with two fingers until you feel it stop rotating.
How much oil does a 602 crate take?
The 602 engine uses an internal oil pump that produces 40 psi of pressure at 2,000 rpm. The oil capacity of the engine is 8 quarts and the oil pan is designed specifically for circle-track racing applications.
How do you check the oil on a 602 crate?
Recommended Oil Level for GM 602/604 Second, using the oil level inspection plug make sure that oil is near the recommended level. Third, warm the engine to near operating temperature. Finally, with the engine level, warmed up, and running at idle remove the oil inspection plug and measure the oil level.
How much compression should a 602 crate motor have?
The engine has a 4-inch cylinder bore and a 3.48-inch crank stroke that produces a 9.1-to-1 compression ratio.
How much horsepower does a Ford ‘602 crate motor make?
The new stock ‘602 crate motor will usually make 365 to 375 horsepower. After our “Undercover Porting” cylinder head modifications & Crate Master camshaft, the same motor will typically dyno out at 410 to 420 horsepower. Torque also improves 15 to 30 ft. lbs. Disassemble and clean YOUR ‘602 cylinder heads
What parts are needed to make a 602 crate engine race ready?
When you buy a new GM 602 crate engine it will require a few parts to make it a race ready engine. This engine will require an Oil Filter Adapter and Fuel Pump Push Rod.
What kind of seal does a Ford 602 crate engine have?
The 602 crate engine has a one piece rear main seal with a smaller crank hub of 2” and would utilize Flex Plate. This is because the block is one of the newer externally balanced engines that were built 86-up.
Can You rework heads on a Chevy ‘602?
We can rework your ‘602 heads or, you can buy a NEW set of complete heads and just bolt them on the motor! These are the same new Chevy castings that come on the ‘602 crate motor. They are “Undercover Ported” and assembled with our “Look-A-Like” valve springs, retainers and valve locks .