How much horsepower does a 602 motor have?

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The GM 602 Crate Motor is designed to run on 92 to 93 octane fuel and produces 350 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 390 ft. -lb. of torque at 3,800 rpm.

What is a 602 engine?

602 Crate Engine This Chevy race engine is designed for circle track use in the IMCA Sport Mod and Hobby Stock classes. It features a strong four-bolt main block and iron Vortec cylinder heads. A unique dual-pattern camshaft helps deliver more than 300 lb. -ft. of torque between 2,000 and 5,500 rpm peaking at 396 lb.

How many CI is a 602 crate motor?

350-cubic-inch
Designed for circle track’s weekend warriors, this bullet-proof 350-horsepower, 350-cubic-inch IMCA-sealed racing crate engine (often referred to as the “602 crate”) is a tough combination of power and reliability – and it fits almost any racing budget.

How much horsepower does a 602 late model have?

With two lightweight springs and a set of hydraulic lifters, the 602 engine is capable of 350 horsepower and 390 feet pound-feet of torque while it can hit its redline at 6,200 mph.

What is a 602 modified?

The 602 Tour is an asphalt tour with 2 divisions. Super Limiteds which can be perimeter or offset chassis, and 602 Modifieds which are nascar tour type modified, not stock clip modifieds. Both divisions utilize the Chevrolet 602 Crate Motor.

How do you adjust the valves on a 602 crate?

Loosen the rocker arm nut slightly while rotating the pushrod with other hand with two fingers until the pushrod rotates easily. Then set the valve lash by tightening the rocker arm nut while rotating the pushrod with other hand with two fingers until you feel it stop rotating.

How much horsepower can I add to my ‘602 crate motor?

Add 32 Horsepower to your ‘602 Crate Motor! As this dyno chart shows, a stock ‘602 crate motor will make 356 hp at 5,500 rpm. After our “Undercover Porting” cylinder head modifications & Crate Master camshaft, the same motor made 388 horsepower at 5,500 rpm. Yes, we can modify your ‘602 crate heads and regrind you camshaft.

Are there any problems with the stock valve springs on ‘602?

Bulletproof Your ‘602 Valve Train: Every racer who runs a ‘602 crate knows the stock valve springs are a real problem. The stock Chevy valve springs lose a lot of pressure after just a few nights of racing. On the ‘602 crate motor, we are concerned about losing the valve spring pressure when the stock springs go south.

How much does it cost to modify a Chevy ‘602?

Cost to modify YOUR complete ‘602 heads is $1,945.00 plus return shipping. Bulletproof Your ‘602 Valve Train: Every racer who runs a ‘602 crate knows the stock valve springs are a real problem. The stock Chevy valve springs lose a lot of pressure after just a few nights of racing.

What does a ct350 sealed 602 have?

With that much pulling power, you can hold a gear longer, keeping the engine in its sweet spot for quicker laps. GM assembles the CT350 Sealed 602 with an 8-quart circle track racing oil pan, balancer, HEI distributor and an aluminum high-rise, dual-intake manifold.