The 383 Street BEast
The 383 Street Beast Crate Engine represents the next step beyond traditional small block performance, utilizing increased displacement and carefully selected performance components to deliver significantly more horsepower and torque.
Built around a proven 383 stroker foundation, this package provides powerful acceleration, strong mid-range pull, and the kind of commanding street presence that has made the 383 stroker one of the most respected small block combinations ever produced.
Estimated power
425-500+HP
Choose from 4 Different Custom Camshaft Selections!
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
Reid’s Speed Shop’s 383 Street Beast
READY TO TAKE THINGS TO AN ENTIRELY DIFFERENT LEVEL?
THE 383 STREET BEAST IS BUILT FOR SERIOUS STREET PERFORMANCE.
This package steps beyond traditional small block builds by utilizing a proven 383 stroker foundation, dramatically increasing displacement and torque throughout the entire RPM range.
Paired with carefully selected performance components and high-flow aluminum cylinder heads with tight combustion chambers, this engine delivers the kind of strong acceleration and throttle response that transforms the driving experience.
The result is a powerful, aggressive street combination with massive torque, a commanding idle, and the kind of performance that only a stroker small block can deliver—while still maintaining the reliability and drivability expected from a well-balanced street engine.
This package is ideal for those looking to step beyond traditional 350 combinations and into a serious performance engine that pulls hard from idle through the midrange and beyond.
EXPECT A MASSIVE INCREASE IN TORQUE AND HORSEPOWER COMPARED TO TRADITIONAL 350 BUILDS, ALONG WITH A STRONG LOPE AT IDLE AND HARD ACCELERATION THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE POWER BAND.
Starting out at $13,000
Price includes carburetor, dual plane Edelbrock Air-Gap intake manifold, and ignition system
Quick Look
425-500+ Horsepower
HP / Operating Range Based on Camshaft Selection
10.5:1 Compression
AFR Aluminum Cylinder Heads
Custom Ground Roller Camshaft & Morel Lifters (your choice between Stage 1-4)
Heavy Duty SPC 4 Bolt 1 Piece Rear Main Engine Block
Eagle Forged 4340 Crankshaft
Eagle Forged 4340 FSI I Beam Rods w/ 7/16th ARP 8740 Bolts
Forged Icon Pistons
Edelbrock Dual Plane Air-Gap Intake
1.5 Ratio Aluminum Roller Rocker Arms
Recommended 91 Octane+
HEI Distributor w/ Melonized Gear
Moroso Spark Plug Wires
NGK Spark Plugs
Polished Valve Covers
Quickfuel 670CFM Carburetor Included
What to Expect
A significant step forward in overall performance compared to traditional 350 combinations. The added displacement of the 383 stroker dramatically increases torque and overall power, delivering stronger acceleration and a noticeably harder pull throughout the entire RPM range.
Expect a powerful, responsive engine with a deep lopey idle, strong throttle response, and horsepower in the 425–500+ HP range depending on the final combination. The additional cubic inches provide effortless power and the kind of aggressive street character that has made the 383 stroker one of the most respected small block setups available.
Despite the substantial increase in performance, this engine is still designed to remain fully street friendly, providing reliability and drivability while delivering the kind of performance that transforms the driving experience.
Upgrade options:
Comes standard with Quickfuel 670CFM carb, Edelbrock Air-Gap intake, AFR 195cc Enforcer cylinder heads, Aluminum 1.5 ratio roller rocker arms, polished valve covers, HEI distributor, and Moroso spark plug wires. Feel free to upgrade wherever you like!
Common Upgrades
No Carb Please
-$500
383 Valve Covers
+150
PLease Describe Add-Ons IN Project Description for this Package!
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
Also Comes With:
Swivel Thermostat Housing
High Flow Thermostat
Edelbrock Mechanical Fuel Pump + Mounting Plate
Light Weight Bronze Tipped Fuel Pump Pushrod
Add approximately $1,500
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 a Reid’s speed Shop Crate engine:
When purchasing a crate engine, you have many options available—from large production companies to smaller independent builders. At Reid’s Speed Shop, the difference is simple: this isn’t mass production—it’s personal craftsmanship.
Every engine is carefully assembled with attention to detail and built using combinations that have been thoughtfully researched and proven to work together. Rather than being one of hundreds of engines moving down an assembly line, your engine receives the kind of focus and care that only a small, dedicated shop can provide.
Communication is also a major part of the experience. Throughout the process, customers are kept informed and updated as their engine comes together. Photos and updates are often shared so you can actually see the progress of your engine being built rather than simply receiving a shipment notice when it’s finished.
Whenever possible, customers are also given the opportunity to hear their engine run before delivery. Whether in person or through a video demonstration, this allows you to see and hear the engine come to life—giving you confidence in how it runs, idles, and performs before it ever leaves the shop.
At Reid’s Speed Shop, the goal isn’t to move engines as quickly as possible—it’s to build them correctly and ensure every customer feels confident in the investment they’ve made. Building engines is more than just a job here; it’s a genuine passion and a craft that is taken seriously.
When you choose Reid’s Speed Shop, you’re not just purchasing an engine—you’re working directly with the person building it, ensuring transparency, accountability, and a level of care that large-scale production simply cannot offer.