BluePrint Engines Cylinder Block Components

Built in America, Proven on Every Road and Strip

Since 1982, BluePrint Engines has been synonymous with affordable, reliable horsepower. What began as a one-man operation — founder Norris Marshall hand-building engines in a Nebraska garage for local racers and neighbors — has grown into one of the most respected names in the crate engine industry. Today, BluePrint operates out of a state-of-the-art, 210,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Kearney, Nebraska, and has produced well over 400,000 engines for enthusiasts across the country.

The company's core mission has never wavered: deliver OEM-level quality and engineering precision at a price that makes serious performance accessible. Whether you're building a weekend street rod, a dedicated drag car, or a daily driver that craves more than stock power, BluePrint has a solution engineered specifically for your platform.

Engineering That Goes the Distance

What sets BluePrint apart from the competition is its commitment to in-house manufacturing and rigorous quality control. Every engine is hand-assembled by seasoned technicians, then balanced to within two grams using advanced computerized equipment before being run on an in-house dynamometer. Each engine ships with a certified dyno sheet documenting its actual power curve — not an estimated figure. That level of accountability is rare in the crate engine world.

BluePrint builds engines compatible with GM, Ford, and Chrysler platforms, covering small blocks, big blocks, stroker applications, and modern LS architectures. Their complete engine assemblies arrive fully dressed and ready to drop in, while their long block engines give builders the flexibility to add their own induction, ignition, and accessory components. Both product lines are backed by an industry-leading 30-month, 50,000-mile warranty.

Beyond the Block: A Full Line of Performance Components

BluePrint's Builder Series extends well beyond complete engines. The brand offers a carefully curated line of matching performance components — designed and validated specifically to complement their engine assemblies. From high-flow cylinder heads engineered to maximize airflow on small block and LS platforms, to precision-balanced clutch flywheels rated to SFI standards for street and strip use, every part in the BluePrint catalog reflects the same attention to detail found in their crate engines.

For the hot rodder who wants the confidence of knowing every component in their drivetrain was engineered to work together, BluePrint Engines is the clear choice. It's not just an engine — it's a complete performance ecosystem backed by four decades of American manufacturing expertise.