Hawks Motorsports offers our clients this G3509602 1996-2002 GM Small Block Compatible 350 C.I. Long Block - 50 State Legal Replacement Vortec Engine - BluePrint Engines designed as an OEM-spec replacement engine solution for specified 1996-2002 GM applications requiring a reliable factory-style 350 c.i. small block replacement. This BluePrint Engines long block is built with updated manufacturing processes, quality components, and precision balancing while maintaining OEM-style specifications for emissions-compliant replacement applications.

The G3509602 features a GM Small Block compatible 350 c.i. configuration with cast iron Vortec cylinder heads, hydraulic roller camshaft, hypereutectic pistons, cast crankshaft, and a high-strength cast iron block with a 4-bolt main design. The engine is engineered for compatibility with original vehicle systems and is intended for applications where maintaining factory-style drivability, emissions compliance, and replacement specifications are important.

This long block is designed for customers restoring, replacing, or maintaining late-model classic GM trucks and vehicles equipped with 1996-2002 350 c.i. applications. Existing vehicle components such as the intake manifold, ECU (if equipped), exhaust system, and fuel system may need to be reused or verified depending on the application.

Key Features:

• SKU: G3509602
• BluePrint Engines GM Small Block compatible 350 c.i. replacement long block
• Designed for 1996-2002 specified GM applications
• 50 State Legal replacement engine configuration
• OEM horsepower and torque specifications
• Cast iron Vortec cylinder heads
• High-strength cast iron block
• 4-bolt main block design
• 4.000" bore
• 1-piece rear main seal
• Hydraulic roller camshaft with OEM-style specifications
• Hypereutectic pistons
• Cast crankshaft with 3.480" stroke
• Forged 5.700" connecting rods
• OEM ECU-controlled ignition compatibility
• Includes valve covers, rear sump oil pan, timing cover, and harmonic balancer
• Designed for factory-style replacement applications
• 87+ octane fuel recommendation
• Requires reuse or verification of vehicle-specific intake, electronics, exhaust, and fuel system components

Fitment Applications:

GM Small Block Compatible 350 C.I. Applications

Designed for specified 1996-2002 GM replacement applications.

Potential applications include:

Chevrolet / GMC Trucks and Utility Vehicles

• 1996 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications
• 1997 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications
• 1998 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications
• 1999 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications
• 2000 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications
• 2001 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications
• 2002 Chevrolet/GMC 350 c.i. applications

Verify fitment before ordering, especially when using modified vehicles, aftermarket components, custom engine swaps, or non-original drivetrain combinations.

Installation Notes:

• Verify vehicle application before installation.
• Designed as an OEM-style replacement long block; reuse of original intake manifold, ECU (if equipped), exhaust, and fuel system may be required.
• Mechanical fuel pump provision is not available because the OEM Vortec camshaft does not include a mechanical fuel pump lobe.
• Verify fuel delivery system compatibility before installation.
• Confirm transmission compatibility, flexplate/flywheel requirements, and accessory drive components before installation.
• Harmonic balancer, valve covers, timing cover, and rear sump oil pan are included.
• Intake manifold, spark plugs, flexplate/flywheel, and other vehicle-specific components are not included unless specifically listed.
• Additional installation components may be required depending on the vehicle application.
• Test fit all components before final installation.