Beginning out of a small, humble garage nearly twenty years ago, BluePrint Engines has certainly gained a reputable following among the aftermarket. Since that time, BluePrint Engines has churned out some of the most high-zoot mills, which power everything from street rods to street cars, to full-tilt race creations.

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Seeing as how educating their consumer base would help prevent their customers from the various blind corners and pitfalls normally associated with first-time buyers, BluePrint created a highly-detailed, comprehensive engine installation guide.

What’s more, it’s completely available on their website in an easy-to-read format! We’ve got a small sample of the guide down below, which covers the basic installation at a glance.

Whether you’re a new customer or just need a couple tips to freshen up, BluePrint’s step-by-step electronic guide helps to safely and successfully install a crate engine into your project vehicle or daily driver.

If you weren’t aware, BluePrint offers a variety of different crate engines. From a 355ci to stroked, 383ci mill, BluePrint stocks any small-block. Not forgetting the cube-happy, BluePrint also makes their 369-496ci packages available as well. Interested in late-model configurations? BluePrint also offers LS packages with a traditional carburetor or fuel-injection.

Hitting the installation process head-on, BluePrint lays out the installation process in this highly-detailed document to assure your engine is ordered according to your configuration, its setup correctly, maintained, and protected.

When it comes to the installation of your crate motor, BluePrint Engines is on top of it. Their installation guide, in fact, clearly lays out the eight critical steps needed to be taken in order to install your crate motor.

BluePrint’s engine installation guide isn’t just about bolting in your new engine. BluePrint also takes the time to recommend the correct blend of fuel as well, “We recommend you use a premium gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 91 for your high performance engine. Fuel requirements may vary for engine types. For more information on engine fuels, go to Engine Installation at www.BluePrintEngines.com.

BluePrint illustrates how to prevent engine failure, reviews engine assembly, pre-lubrication, start-up and break-in procedures and even the importance of engine timing, its roll in engine function and even how to set the timing!

Not stopping there, BluePrint recommends their break-in procedure (Step 6). According to their installation guide, “For your engine’s first 500 miles, avoid hard acceleration for sustained periods. Periodically change the engine speed while driving to help seat the rings. After the first 500 miles, change the oil and the oil filter. For flat tappet cam engines, we recommend the continued use of oil with zinc or a zinc additive for the life of your engine.”

To protect your investment, BluePrint Engines recommends that you activate your crate motor’s warranty as soon as it’s installed. The customer warranty on a BluePrint crate motor can be activated online, at BluePrintEngines.com.

Otherwise, BluePrint offers a crate motor that’s guaranteed to last, along with an installation guide that’s comprehensive enough to show you how to easily get it going.

It’s a lot to remember, but with BluePrint’s detailed guide and a formidable engine package, it’s a sure bet. What are you waiting for?

Installation Process At-a-Glance

• Review your Installation Guide carefully before beginning installation.
• Go to “Engine Installation” at www.BluePrintEngines.com to find the list of recommended add-on parts and specifications for your engine.
• Remove your engine from its crate and check: For possible damage during shipping, all parts that should be assembled with your engine
• Read and follow all TAGS attached to your engine.
• Prepare a complete list of add-ons that you will need to complete your engine installation, including new and existing parts
• Be sure all add-on parts are as recommended and properly cleaned prior to installation.
• Install engine in vehicle, along with the ignition and fuel systems (if not ordered with your engine).
• Pre-lubricate engine following procedures on Page 4.
• Follow start-up and break-in procedures, including ignition timing on Page 5.
• Register your BluePrint Engines warranty online at www.BluePrintEngines.com under “Warranty Registration.”