AMC360 build with 343 Rebuild Kit

[SC/397]

It is very similar to the first one in this Dyno Test thread. I would put it close to 300 hp and 370 #/ft of torque.

http://rebsamcandjeep.proboards.com/thread/144/dyno-time?page=1

[SC/397]

Nice to have some kind words and nice to see the finished product!


Hi Rick,
Great Engine!
Since 2 weeks the AMC 360 is installed.
And every time I'm starting the engine I've a big smile in my face.
Thank you for building such a great engine. Attached some pictures.
Regards, Ron Schelling
IMG_20190606_081855 by Rick Jones, on Flickr
IMG_20190606_081720 by Rick Jones, on Flickr
IMG_20190607_192520 by Rick Jones, on Flickr

[wiley-moeracing]

needs a fan shroud!

[Mars]

GREAT build thread, thank you for posting

... I should send you my 360..

[rang-a-stang]

... I should send you my 360..

Yes. Yes you should. Please do. We all want to see it built...

[marsupilami]

Budget Build with 3220502-2 heads?

Hi Guys,


I have started to do this build myself...


For that I bought a core block and crank. All parts have now arrived, block and crank are back from the shop and I have started to tear down the engine in the jeep.



Now the first issue already: My heads are 3220502-2.


Copying all data for the compression rate calculator and changing the volume of the heads from 63 to 58, I get a comp ratio of 1:10,57


Not too worried about fuel, in Germany I get high octane and I am running on LPG anyway.


However, do I need to consider anything special? Is there any other difference besides the volume on the 322502-2 heads compared to the 63cc heads?


Thanks!
Robin

[SC/397]

The 502-2 heads are rated at 58cc so your compression ratio will be higher. Other than that, no real differences.

[jeepin87]

SC397

Will you share what this build has in it? I'll start a new thread if you want, I searched and couldn't find info on it.

"Second one up is JC401 for his Jeep to play on the sand hills. Well, NEJoe did a fine job on the carb. No major tweaking just adjust the fuel air mixture and adjust the idle.... no . Interesting evening.. first off, there is no way I can walk in the shop on dyno night with out beer and pizza. So I HAD to deliver.. It is expected... It was a good night. Of coarse Chuck had to leave early but he didn't go until it was running to his satisfaction. Pride in workmanship, that is what Chuck is about. So once we got things under control this combination of parts made 409 HP 5150 rpm and 460 #/ft of torque at 3600 rpm. The torque and horse power nosed off after that. A little surprized at that given the cam specs Lunati cam .527/.547, 226/234 @ .050" 110 but, the dyno don't lie. This thing will pull the ass hole out of a bear if need be.. Oh, the mechanical fuel pump ain't going to get it. 10 psi at idle and 3 psi when you need it."

I'm really surprised that cam made power so "low". What top end parts does this have? I'd like to build mine similar but I was looking at the voodoo one step smaller than this, now I'm not sure???

I study your posts more than any other on here, thank you for sharing all that you have!

[SC/397]

It is "58. JCJeep401" in this Forum:

http://rebsamcandjeep.proboards.com/thread/11/amc-engine-builds?page=9

Most of the info starts on page 9. Sorry about the fuzzed out pictures.


The dyno pulls are on this page:

http://rebsamcandjeep.proboards.com/thread/144/dyno-time?page=1

The engine is just a basic 9.5:1 401+.030" with Edelbrock heads, Scopion Roller Rockers, Air Gap Intake, Lunati cam, 750+ Holley carb, and headers.