Hawks Motorsports offers the BluePrint Engines PS5980CTCK GM Big Block Compatible 598 C.I. Pro Series Deluxe Dressed Carbureted Engine, a massive displacement performance crate engine producing an impressive 741 horsepower and 703 lb-ft of torque. Designed for serious street performance, Pro Touring builds, classic muscle cars, street rods, and custom high-performance vehicles, this 598 cubic inch big block combines modern engineering with traditional carbureted performance.

Built around a BluePrint high-strength cast iron 4-bolt main block, the PS5980CTCK features a forged rotating assembly, aluminum cylinder heads, hydraulic roller camshaft, and premium components engineered for durability under high horsepower conditions. With a 4.600-inch bore, 4.500-inch forged steel crankshaft, forged H-beam connecting rods, and forged pistons, this Pro Series engine delivers massive torque and dependable performance.

The deluxe dressed package includes a 1250 CFM Holley carburetor, short deck aluminum intake manifold, Ready-to-Run distributor, and a complete polished pulley kit featuring a reverse rotation short water pump, 140-amp alternator, air conditioning compressor, and Type II power steering pump. This engine arrives dyno tested and ready to become the centerpiece of a premium muscle car or custom performance build.

Key Features:

• SKU: PS5980CTCK
• GM Big Block Compatible 598 C.I. Pro Series Engine
• 741 Horsepower
• 703 lb-ft Torque
• Deluxe dressed carbureted engine package
• Polished serpentine pulley kit
• BluePrint high-strength cast iron block
• Manufactured and machined in the USA
• Standard deck design
• 4-bolt main block
• 4.600" bore
• 4.500" stroke
• Forged steel crankshaft
• Forged 6.480" H-beam connecting rods
• Forged pistons
• 10.5:1 compression ratio
• BluePrint PS8012 aluminum cylinder heads
• 119cc combustion chambers
• 358cc intake runners
• 125cc exhaust runners
• 2.300" intake / 1.880" exhaust valves
• Raised exhaust ports (.300" above OEM casting)
• Hydraulic roller camshaft
• Camshaft Specifications:
  • .647" Intake Lift
  • .647" Exhaust Lift
  • 258° Intake Duration @ .050"
  • 266° Exhaust Duration @ .050"
  • 112° Lobe Separation Angle
• Holley 1250 CFM carburetor
• Short deck aluminum intake manifold
• Ready-to-Run distributor
• Polished accessory drive system
• Reverse rotation short water pump
• 140-amp one-wire alternator
• Peanut-style air conditioning compressor
• Type II power steering pump with remote reservoir
• Harmonic balancer installed
• Timing cover installed
• Valve covers installed
• Oil pump installed
• Oil pan installed
• Spark plugs and wires included
• Dipstick included
• Internal balance
• 1-piece rear main seal
• Mechanical fuel pump provision
• Dyno tested before shipment
• BluePrint Engines warranty coverage

Fitment Applications:

Designed for custom GM Big Block Chevrolet compatible applications, including:

• Chevrolet Camaro
• Chevrolet Chevelle
• Chevrolet Nova
• Chevrolet Corvette
• Chevrolet El Camino
• Chevrolet Impala
• Chevrolet C10 / C20 / C30 Trucks
• Street rods
• Restomod builds
• Pro Touring vehicles
• Drag racing builds
• High-performance muscle cars

Verify engine mounts, header clearance, accessory drive clearance, oil pan clearance, and drivetrain capability before installation.

Installation Notes:

• Deluxe dressed engine assembly.
• Carbureted configuration.
• Includes polished accessory drive system.
• Front accessory drive is a low-profile design; verify vehicle clearance before installation.
• Cylinder heads feature raised exhaust ports requiring compatible headers.
• Flywheel/Flexplate sold separately.
• Air cleaner not included.
• Recommended fuel: 91+ octane.
• Recommended ignition timing:
  • Initial timing: 10°-16°
  • Total timing: 32°-34°
• Professional installation and tuning recommended.