a.............Equipped with aftermarket Aluminum heads.
b.............Equipped with CNC ported aftermarket Aluminum heads.
c.............Price based on using purchaser's good engine core. If the purchaser does
               not have a good core, call for core price and availability. These engine cores
               vary in price due to availability.
d............Does not include magnum engine.
e.............Equipped with Edelbrock aluminum heads.
f..............Equipped with forged pistons, rods and crankshaft.
g.............Equipped with GT40P style Cyclone aftermarket iron heads.
i..............Equipped with cast iron high performance aftermarket heads.
m...........351M/400 type engine.
n............All New engine.
o............Equipped with reworked OEM type iron heads.
p............Equipped with forged pistons.
r.............Equipped with Roller cam and lifters.
rs...........Radical Street. NOTE: "NOT" recommended as an every day driver. Very Low
              vacuum. Lower RPM manners are radical. Radical Street versions are available
              for all engines. The warranty for these engines is 90 days.
s............Stroker engine.
t..............Not recommended for circle tract use.
w............Windsor type engine.
x.............Claimer/Bracket type engine.
1............440 "Stroker".
2............Block has 2 bolt main caps.
3............460 "Stroker".
4............Block has 4 bolt main caps.
5............390 "Stroker".
6............350 "Stroker".
7............400 "Stroker".
8............454 "Stroker".
9............502 "Stroker".
10..........360 "Stroker".
11..........302 "Stroker".
12..........351W "Stroker".

ENGINE OPTIONS:
Chrome and polished components. Aluminum heads. Roller cam. Forged pistons, chrome moly rods and crankshaft.

ENGINE ACCESSORIES:
Air filter, carburetor, distributor, coil, spark plug wires, flywheel, Holley fuel injection, starter, water pump, fuel pump and alternator. Brackets and  pulleys are available for Chevy and some other engines.


           ABOUT OUR PERFORMANCE STREET ENGINES       

CAROLINA MACHINE ENGINES is an expert at extracting the most horsepower and producing the most dependable High Performance Pump Gas street engines available. We are able to do this because of our long time involvement in racing and performance street rodding and because of our experience as a Production Engine Remanufacturer (PER).

Although we produce "high end" Performance and Race engines with all the best available parts, we also produce more economical engines that use one or more of the stock OE parts such as block, crank, rods, heads, oil pan, etc. These engines can produce amazing horsepower and give good long service when "done right". We have the ability to accomplish this because of knowledge and experience gained from decades of racing under basically "stock" type rules and regulations of the various sanctioning organizations.

We keep our customer's costs down by using "smart" selection rather than "convenient" selection. In many cases, It would be easier, but more costly, just to buy parts that are ready to use, than work with the OE type parts that already exist.

Regardless, each of our engines receives all new high Quality internal components, including performance valves, forged or hypereutectic pistons(when available), moly rings, brass expansion plugs, premium rod and main bearings, cam bearings, pushrods, valve springs, rocker studs, hydraulic lifters, rocker arms, roller timing chain set, and a specially chosen and dyno proven performance camshaft.

We use the highest quality brand parts such as ACL, B&B, BULLET, COMP CAMS, CLEVITE, CLOYES, DURA-BOND, DETROIT, EAGLE, EDELBROCK, ELGIN, FEDERAL MOGUL, FEL-PRO, HASTINGS, HOLLEY, JESEL, K-LINE, LUNATI, MAHLE, MANLEY, MELLING, PERFECT CIRCLE, PIONEER, PROBE, RHS (Racing Head Service), SCAT, SEALED POWER (Speed-Pro), STEF'S, SILVOLITE, STERLING, TRW, US SEAL, US TOOL, VICTOR-REINZ & WEIAND.

Many people make their final choice based on the vacuum and idle characteristics of the engine. See the "Idle Type" column.

"SMOOTH" idle is as smooth or almost as smooth as a stock OEM engine and has high manifold vacuum, 18 inches and higher. These engines work well the stock exhaust system and torque converter but better with headers and performance mufflers.

"MILD idle has a little rumble and has good manifold vacuum, 16 inches or higher. These engines also work well with the stock exhaust system and torque converter but better with headers and performance mufflers.

"LOPEY" idle is a well defined lope as in the lope or gallop of a horse, and will have fair manifold vacuum, 14 to 16 inches. Although the stock torque converter can be used, these engines will perform better with a slightly looser torque converter, 1800 RPM stall or more. This is pretty much the "Muscle Car" idle of most cars of the 1960's and 1970's.

"CHOPPY" idle is a very noticeable performance idle and will have a somewhat lower manifold vacuum, around 9 to 13 inches. These engines need headers and a torque converter in the 2400 to 2800 RPM range. This is basically a rougher "Muscle Car" idle.

"ROUGH" idle is rougher than "Choppy" but is fairly streetable for performance type people, however most people are happier with the Lopey or Choppy idle type camshafts. With the "Rough" idle cam, the vacuum will be under 10". Also this engine will need headers and performance exhaust system. A 2800 RPM or higher torque converter is recommended. A vacuum canister or electric vacuum pump may be necessary.

"RADICAL" idle is a very rough "Hotrod" idle. These engines are  designed for the "all out die hard" Hot Rodder to drive on the weekends. They will have very low manifold vacuum, need performance exhaust, and a torque converter with 3000 to 4000 RPM stall.

All vehicles will perform better upon acceleration with a performance torque converter. We can advise you and supply you with the correct torque converter.

Many of our engines receive new aftermarket cylinder heads which flow much better than the stock OEM heads, therefore increasing the horsepower output significantly. "Stroker" engines have a crankshaft with a longer piston stroke than original. Some engines are all "Brand New". See footnotes.

Our "Complete Engines" include the oil pump, oil pump screen, oil pan, oil filter adapter, oil filter, dipstick, timing cover, balancer, valve covers, intake manifold, and spark plugs.

Engines are expertly machined, balanced, blueprinted, plate honed, line honed, decked, and sonic tested. Engines are then assembled by a highly capable technician and spin tested with heated break-in oil with the proper additives. The oil pressure, compression and oil circulation is carefully verified.

To remove the possibility of our customers experiencing problems with break-in or initial problems of any kind, we dynamometer test "EVERY SINGLE" complete version using comprehensive "break-in" procedures including the correct break-in motor oil and oil additives. The actual dyno sheet for that particular engine showing the horsepower and torque at various RPM points is provided with the engine. Also we disassemble the oil filter after dyno testing and inspect for debris to ensure that the engine is okay internally. Finally the engine is pressure tested at the crankcase for oil leaks and then painted the brand color or purchaser's choice of color. Just install, fire it up and it is ready to go! No hassles for our valued customers.

Our horsepower figures are accurate. Dynamometers can be calibrated incorrectly, ours is correct and calibrated often. We guarantee the quality, dependability, and accuracy of our engines. Some engines are not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled vehicles.

A 12 month - 12,000 Mile written warranty (60 days for our "Radical Street" versions) is furnished with each Performance Street engine. For the Highest Quality and best Performance Street engines available, please call, fax or email us for more information or to place your order.

CALL:       1-800-903-6446  (800-90-ENGINE)
FAX:         1-803-275-4582
EMAIL:     sales@cmengines.com

NOTE: Prices are subject to change!

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