Stroker Explained Please....

[fost9508]

I don't know a lot about strokers, but do know that it is a way to increase displacement and volume within the bock. Now what exactly is involved in turning a 302 small block into a stroker and is it recommended? What type of cost should you expect for turning a 302 into a stroker? I understand that their may be some machining that needs to be done by a shop, but how much can be done by a home mechanic with a little bit of experience can do? I appologize for the stupid question and thanks for any responses in advance. Also Im guessing that you by stroking a 302 you can increase it to about a 351...right? How much HP gain should I expect?

edit: I am tight on budget and am open to ways to keep it inexpensive, ie getting parts from the junky...

Thanks again.

 

[Daggar]

Honestly? It sounds as if your first step should be to get a magazine susbscription. Basically a stroker involves installing a crank with a longer stroke. Longer stroke = more piston travel = more mechanical advantage in turning the crank = more displacement. You can get a block for about $300, a rotating assy for about $1900.... all of the other things required to efficiently support it and machine it.... Much much more $$. Prepping a block for a stroker is not something you can do at home unless you're an auto machinist and have a complete machine shop out in your shed. If that were the case then I imagine you would already know what a stroker is. If you're looking for a replacement for a tired motor on a budget then I'd recommend an FMS crate engine.