Stage 2 Block Prep

[wagonboss]

The BMS manual "Buick Power Source" printed in 1985 has a very good step-by-step description on how to prepare the off center Stage 2 blocks, not including on center 153 blocks. My question is: Is there a similar good step-by-step descpription somewhere for the early on center 153 blocks (the ones with 2 and 4 bolt mains) that supposedly can used internal oiling.

Thanks!

Dan

PS: Of the BMS crankshafts parts #'s 25500066, 67 and 68, which is the best one to use, and does anyone have a new one for sale?

 

[turbodave231]

There are three reference books that I beleive would be helpful before attempting a Stage 2 engine.

The Buick MotorSport book (first edition1985) should be considered the Bible of Buick V6(blue, red and white). It contains lots of information that applies to both production, Stage 1 and Stage 2 engines. This book was never updated to a second edition and does not contain any on-center specific information (too bad).

The "Buick Stage II V6 Performance Guide" was published by Jim McFarland. It is an early book. (I couldn't find a publish date on it). It contains sections written by different racers and engine builders with tips, tricks and opinions on what works.

Dave Emanuel published a 33 page engine prep guide "The Buick Stage II V-6 Racing Engine" isbn 0-942099-00-1. This guide was published later and includes On-center information.

None of these publications are readily available anymore (out of print). Your best bet is to watch ebay and pick them up as you can.

Dave

 

[wagonboss]

Thanks, Dave, for the response. I've got a copy of the "bible", and I'll try to get the other two before I start on my engine. I'm not going for a lot of HP. My project is an exact clone of the 1981 pace car, except with a stage 2 engine. Since this will be a t-top car with the back half of the roof cut off, it wouldn't take huge HP.

Dan

Don't know of anyone with an 81 t-top car they are selling, by chance?