
Merlin IV Big Block Chevy Cast Iron Engine Bare Block
Features:
- High-Density Cast Iron Construction
- Priority Main Oiling
- Front Oil Inlet and Restrictor Provision
- Bores to 4.625 in. max
- Cylinder Walls 0.310 in. @ 4.600 in. Bore
- Valley Accommodates OE Roller Lifters or Use +.300 in. Tall Aftermarket Lifters
- Clearance for 4.375 in. Stroke - 9.800 in. Deck
- Splayed 4-Bolt Main Caps with Dowels & Stepped Register, ARP Fasteners
- 2-Piece Rear Main Seal
- Accepts Standard Big Block Chevy Components
- OE-style Fuel Pump & Starter Mounts
- Approximately 270 lbs
- Rated to 1000+ Horsepower
Emissions Note:
This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.
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Modern Advancements for a Superior Big Block Chevy
World Products has redesigned the famed Merlin Big Block Chevy casting, incorporating numerous improvements and new features, designated the Merlin IV. New features include thicker main webs and thicker cylinder walls for increased strength and durability. The Merlin IV also has an increased volume priority main oiling system with a front oil feed for dry sump systems and front oil cross over with restrictor provisions to provide racing engines with oil where they need it the most.




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