The 383 Street BEast
READY TO TAKE THINGS TO AN ENTIRELY DIFFERENT LEVEL?
THE 383 STREET BEAST IS BUILT FOR SERIOUS STREET PERFORMANCE.
For those looking to take their street machine to the next level, the 383 Street Beast delivers the displacement, torque, and performance potential that make a stroker Small Block Chevrolet so desirable.
Built around a heavy-duty Dart SHP aftermarket block and forged rotating assembly, the Street Beast combines exceptional strength with high-flow aluminum cylinder heads and a carefully selected hydraulic roller valvetrain. The result is a strong foundation for dependable horsepower, responsive acceleration, and impressive pulling power throughout its intended operating range.
Whether you're looking for a powerful street cruiser with exceptional low-end torque or a more aggressive combination with a commanding idle and strong upper RPM performance, the Street Beast can be tailored to your vehicle, driving preferences, and performance goals.
Every engine is precision assembled with careful attention to critical measurements, component compatibility, and overall build quality. Complete engines receive operating verification on our test stand before delivery.
THE RESULT IS MORE THAN JUST A 383 STROKER. IT'S A PURPOSE-BUILT PERFORMANCE ENGINE DESIGNED TO DELIVER THE POWER, CHARACTER, AND DRIVING EXPERIENCE YOU'RE LOOKING FOR.
Starting out at $11,750
Typical investment varies based on component options, and customer-selected upgrades.BUILT AROUND YOUR VISION
Our advertised engine packages serve as carefully developed foundations, not limitations on what your engine can become.
Every combination can be tailored to your specific application, whether you're looking for a dependable street cruiser with smooth, responsive power or an aggressive performance engine built for serious horsepower.
From compression ratio and camshaft selection to cylinder heads, valvetrain components, and overall operating characteristics, each engine is configured around your performance goals, driving preferences, and intended use.
Your engine should be built around what you want to accomplish, not restricted to a predetermined combination.
Our packages provide a starting point. The finished engine is built for you.
Estimated power
425-500+HP
Operating Range
Stage 1: 2000-5800
Stage 2: 2400-6000
Stage 3: 2600-6000
Stage 4: 2800-6100+
Fuel Requirement
91-93+ Octane Pump Gas
Four established camshaft stages are available as starting points, with custom selections tailored to your desired performance and driving characteristics.
Quick Look
425-500+ Horsepower
HP / Operating Range Based on Camshaft Selection
10.5:1 Compression Standard (Can Alter Upon Request)
AFR Aluminum Cylinder Heads
Custom Ground Roller Camshaft & Johnson Lifters (Camshaft Tailored to Your Project)
Heavy Duty Splayed 4 Bolt - 1 Piece Rear Main Engine Block
Eagle Forged 4340 Crankshaft - 3.75” Stroke
Eagle Forged 6” 4340 FSI I Beam Rods w/ 7/16th ARP 8740 Bolts
DSS Forged Flat Top Pistons w/ Two Valve Reliefs
AFR Dual Plane Air-Gap Intake
1.5 Ratio Stainless Roller Rocker Arms
Recommended 91 Octane+
HEI Distributor w/ Melonized Gear
Taylor Spark Plug Wires
NGK Spark Plugs
Polished Valve Covers
Accessory Upgrade Option
For those looking to simplify installation and complete the package, a full accessory upgrade option is available. This option adds the essential front accessories and supporting components needed to make installation easier and give the engine a more complete, finished appearance.
This Turn-Key package includes:
CVF Full Serpentine Conversion Kit
• High-flow long water pump with bracket
• Polished 100 amp one-wire alternator with bracket
• Polished power steering pump with bracket
• Polished pulley combo kit
Swivel Thermostat Housing + High Flow Thermostat
Edelbrock Mechanical Fuel Pump + Mounting Plate
Light Weight Bronze Tipped Fuel Pump Pushrod
Add approximately $1,800
This option provides many of the key components typically needed when installing a fresh engine, helping reduce the time and effort required to source additional parts.
Why Choose Reid’s speed Shop?
Purchasing a performance engine is a significant investment, and choosing the right builder is just as important as selecting the right components. At Reid's Speed Shop, every engine receives the individual attention, precision, and craftsmanship expected from a dedicated performance engine building shop.
Each combination is carefully planned around its intended application, with components selected for compatibility, performance, and long-term reliability. Throughout assembly, critical measurements and clearances are verified to ensure every engine meets our standards before completion.
One of the greatest advantages of working with Reid's Speed Shop is direct communication with the person building your engine. Customers are kept informed throughout the process, with progress updates and photographs providing an inside look at their engine as it comes together.
Complete hydraulic roller engine combinations also undergo operating verification on our dedicated engine test stand, allowing us to monitor critical operating conditions and inspect for potential issues before delivery. Customers can see and hear their completed engine running through video updates or in person when arrangements allow.
From initial consultation to final verification, our focus is on delivering a professionally built performance engine and a customer experience that inspires confidence in every step of the process.