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What year did the Chevy 409 motor come out?
1961
The 409 was introduced at the end of 1961.
What vehicles came with a 409?
Chevrolet brought muscle car power to the people in the early 1960s, especially with the 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS 409. The mid-1961 introduction of the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport option package showcased another new arrival, the 409-cid V-8. A bargain at just $53.80, the SS “kit” was offered on any Impala.
How can you tell the difference between a 348 and a 409 engine?
However, I have always been able to tell them apart because the 348 oil dipstick is on the driver’s side of the block and the 409 and Z11-427 “W” engines have the dipstick on the passenger side. Indeed the positioning of the oil dipstick is the only difference to the eye of a 348 and a 409/427 Z11 engine.
How much horsepower did a 409 have?
425 horsepower
The top-trim versions of the street-car 409 churned out an astonishing 425 horsepower, while the Bill “Grumpy” Jenkins-tuned NHRA cars could run the quarter mile in under 13 seconds.
Was the Chevy 409 a good engine?
Chevrolet’s 348/409 engines were good performers and they were dependable engines. The zenith of W engine development came in 1963 in an almost mythical full-size one-year-only Chevrolet built strictly for drag racing, the Z-11 Impala.
What Chevy cars had a 409?
Even though it was replaced by the mighty 396 – a new big block design – in 1966, the 409 holds a special place in the hearts of many enthusiasts. The 409-powered 1961-1964 Chevrolet Impala SS remains a desirable collectible. The car seen here is a 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS, offered for sale by Worldwide Vintage Autos.
Is a car a 409?
“409” was inspired by Gary Usher’s obsession with hot rods. Its title refers to an automobile fitted with Chevrolet’s 409-cubic-inch-displacement “big block” V8 engine.
What is the most powerful Chevy engine?
6.2L LT5
Our fastest crate engine ever As the power behind the 2019 Corvette ZR1, the new supercharged 6.2L LT5 represents the pinnacle of Chevrolet’s performance: It’s the most powerful engine ever offered in a Chevy production vehicle.
How do I know if I have a 409 engine?
One of the quickest ways to spot a 348 or 409 block is by its front. W engines have the two water pump inlets to the block spread out across the front. The holes are located very close to the outside of the block and their inlets (with one side flattened) are closer in shape to a diamond than a circle or oval.
What is a 406 engine?
A model of simplicity, the 406 combines all the right performance hardware to deliver max power and durability; a bulletproof short block, powerful cylinder heads and induction tuning, performance wet sump oiling system and a vacuum pump to sweeten the deal.
What is a 409?
What was the fastest car in 1961?
The Aston Martin DB4 was produced from 1958 until 1963, with its 3670 cc DOHC six cyinder engine producing 240 hp and propelling it to a top speed, as tested by Autocar magazine in 1961, of 141 mph(227 km/h).
Where can I buy a Chevy 409 engine?
We sell complete engines, short blocks, bare blocks, high performance stroker rotating assemblies and new internal 409/348 engine parts direct from the manufacturers. Our expertise does not stop there, we also offer our services to appraise your 409/348 vehicle (whether if it is for sale or if you are buying, check our appraisal page for details).
Is the 409 engine compatible with the 348 block?
While the 409ci engine seems to get all the glory, there are those that still have an affinity for the smaller 348ci engine. We can tell you that these heads are compatible with both. According to Smitty, “When using our 348/409 cylinder heads on a 348 block, there are a few concerns.
Can a 409 engine be built off the shelf?
We have built countless 409 based engines for everything from stock, numbers matching street mills to full race applications. We can build a custom 409 for your specific application or supply an off-the-shelf engine that is ready to bolt in and run. Let us know your goals and we’ll build it for you. Call us and let’s discuss how we can help.
What kind of intake manifold does a Chevy 409 have?
We also offer four different intake manifolds: small port 348/409 single- and dual-quad Performer RPM intake manifolds, and large port single- and dual-quad Performer RPM intake manifolds. We have also brought back vintage stuff like our Classic Aluminum Series Valve Covers.”