Hawks Motorsports offers our clients this BP38350CT1 Vortec Truck & SUV 1996-2000 GM Small Block Compatible 383 C.I. Engine - Long Block - BluePrint Engines designed for customers looking to upgrade or replace their factory Vortec small block engine with a larger displacement performance-based engine platform. This BluePrint Engines 383 C.I. long block is designed for 1996-2000 GM Vortec truck and SUV applications while providing increased displacement, improved torque potential, and compatibility with original-style installation requirements.

The BP38350CT1 combines a GM Small Block compatible architecture with a 383 C.I. displacement package, making it a strong option for truck, SUV, restoration, and performance applications requiring additional power while maintaining a familiar small block configuration.

The long block configuration includes the assembled engine foundation while allowing customers to reuse or select application-specific components such as intake manifold, fuel injection system, ignition components, accessory drive, exhaust system, and vehicle-specific hardware. This provides flexibility for builders completing replacement, restoration, or custom engine upgrade projects.

Before installation, verify compatibility with the vehicle’s Vortec fuel injection system, engine management components, transmission, accessory drive system, cooling system, exhaust configuration, and emissions requirements.

Key Features:

• SKU: BP38350CT1
• BluePrint Engines GM Small Block compatible 383 C.I. long block engine
• Designed for 1996-2000 GM Vortec truck and SUV applications
• Increased displacement compared with factory 350 C.I. engines
• Long block configuration for custom replacement or upgrade applications
• GM Small Block compatible architecture
• Designed for Vortec-style vehicle applications
• Hydraulic roller camshaft
• Aluminum cylinder heads
• High-strength engine block construction
• 383 C.I. displacement
• Includes assembled long block engine components
• Allows reuse or selection of vehicle-specific components
• Designed for truck, SUV, restoration, and performance applications
• Requires additional installation components

Fitment Applications:

Chevrolet / GMC Vortec Truck & SUV Applications

1996 Chevrolet Applications

• Chevrolet C/K Truck (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Suburban (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Tahoe (Vortec equipped)

1997 Chevrolet Applications

• Chevrolet C/K Truck (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Suburban (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Tahoe (Vortec equipped)

1998 Chevrolet Applications

• Chevrolet C/K Truck (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Suburban (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Tahoe (Vortec equipped)

1999 Chevrolet Applications

• Chevrolet Silverado (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Suburban (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Tahoe (Vortec equipped)

2000 Chevrolet Applications

• Chevrolet Silverado (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Suburban (Vortec equipped)
• Chevrolet Tahoe (Vortec equipped)

GMC Applications

• GMC Sierra (Vortec equipped)
• GMC Yukon (Vortec equipped)
• GMC Suburban/Yukon XL applications where applicable

Verify fitment before ordering, especially when using modified vehicles, aftermarket components, custom tuning, non-original fuel injection systems, or engine management changes.

Installation Notes:

• Verify compatibility with the original vehicle application before installation.
• Confirm Vortec intake manifold compatibility before installation.
• Verify fuel injection system compatibility and ECU requirements.
• Confirm wiring harness compatibility and calibration requirements.
• This is a long block engine configuration; additional components may be required for installation.
• Intake manifold, fuel injection components, distributor/ignition components, starter, accessories, and exhaust components must be verified separately unless specifically included.
• Verify transmission compatibility before installation.
• Confirm flexplate/flywheel requirements based on transmission application.
• Verify cooling system capacity and radiator compatibility.
• Confirm accessory drive alignment and clearance.
• Additional installation components may be required depending on vehicle configuration.
• Test fit all components before final installation.