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PS5403CT1 Series

Horsepower & Torque: 615 Horsepower / 579 ft. lbs. Torque Cylinder Heads: BluePrint Engines Aluminum Cylinder Heads Compression Ratio: 8.5:1 Camshaft: Solid Roller - .652 Intake / .652 Exhaust Lift and 255 Intake / 262 Exhaust Duration @.050-114° LSA Pistons: Forged Crankshaft: Steel Crank - 4.250" Stroke and 6.385" Rods Fuel Recommendation: 87+ Octane

Overview:

The BluePrint Engines PS5403CT1 is a 540 cubic inch Big Block Chevy long block engineered specifically for power adder applications. Whether you’re running nitrous, a supercharger, or a turbocharger setup, this engine is built with the forged internals, low 8.5:1 compression, and high-strength block needed to reliably handle forced induction.

Description:

  • Horsepower & Torque: 615 Horsepower / 579 ft. lbs. Torque
  • Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
  • BluePrint Engines Aluminum Heads
  • BluePrint Engines Solid Roller Cam
  • BluePrint Engines Forged Crank
  • BluePrint Engines Forged Pistons

Block:

  • BluePrint Engines High Strength Cast Iron Block
  • Manufactured and Machined in the USA!
  • Mechanical Fuel Pump Provision: Yes
  • 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
  • Standard Deck
  • 4-Bolt Main
  • 4.500" Bore

Rotating Assembly:

  • BluePrint Forged Crankshaft
  • 4.250" Stroke
  • Dual Keyway
  • Forged H-beam 6.385" Connecting Rods
  • Forged Pistons
  • Internally Balanced Front and Rear

Cylinder Heads:

  • BluePrint Aluminum Cylinder Heads - PS8013
  • 119cc Chamber
  • 2.30" Intake / 1.88" Exhaust Valves
  • 316cc Intake / 124cc Exhaust Runners
  • Cylinder Heads Feature a .300 in. Raised Exhaust Port vs an OEM Casting
  • Must Verify Header / Exhaust Clearance

Cam Specs:

  • Solid Roller
  • .652 Intake / .652 Exhaust Lift
  • 255 Intake / 262 Exhaust Duration
  • 114° Lobe Separation Angle (Duration measured at .050" tappet lift)

Ignition Timing:

  • Initial Timing 10-16° and Total Timing 32-34°

Also Includes:

  • SFI Rated Dual Keyway 8 in. Balancer
  • Roller Rockers with Stud Girdles
  • Timing Cover
  • Valve Covers
  • Oil Pan

Notes:

  • Built to accept Power Adders.
  • Crank machined for dual keyway damper.
  • Not compatible with EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) systems

 

Engine Accessory Specifications

Your BluePrint engine was dyno tested with the parts and specifications listed below. If you prefer to install a different part, your engine may not produce the horsepower recorded on your dyno sheet.

Part Number: PS5403CT1

Fuel Delivery Type: N/A

Spark Plug: BPP7938 NGK 7938 BKR5E (.750-inch reach, 14mm thread, 5/8 hex, plug)

Spark Plug Gap: .035"

Harmonic Balancer: Non-Weighted

Flexplate/Flywheel: Non-Weighted

Stall Converter: 2200+

Intake Manifold: N/A

Fuel Recommendation: 91+ Octane Recommended for Power Adder Use (87 Octane Minimum)

Timing (Initial/Total Advance): Initial Timing - 10-16° and Total Timing 32-34°

Firing Order: 1,8,4,3,6,5,7,2

Notes: Built to accept Power Adders.

Recommended Break in Oil: BPP710 (Click Here)

Recommended Service Oil: BPP10W30 (Click Here)

Recommended Oil Filter: BPP51061 (Click Here)

Total Oil Capacity with Production Oil Pan, and Filter: 8 Quarts