Roush DL588SRC 588 CI Street Race Carbureted Crate Engine

Description

Dominate the streets with the absolute largest displacement available using the Roush DL588SRC 588 CI Street Race crate engine. This 9.6L leviathan uses an ultra-heavy-duty A460 block packed with a massive forged stroker crank to generate earth-shattering low-end torque and peak horsepower well over 700 HP. Topped with high-flow aluminum cylinder heads and a custom Street Race hydraulic roller camshaft, this 385-series based big block provides violent acceleration while maintaining enough vacuum to drive on the highway.

Key Features of Roush DL588SRC 588 CI

• Massive 588 CID Displacement: Stretches the big block Ford architecture to 9.6 liters to generate unstoppable low-end torque instantly.
• 730+ HP Street-Tuned Output: Eliminates the erratic behavior of pure drag engines by delivering smooth reliable horsepower tailored for street cruising.
• Heavy-Duty A460 Cast Iron Block: Utilizes 4-bolt main caps to keep the forged rotating assembly completely rigid under heavy 700+ HP loads.
• Forged Rotating Assembly: Packs the block with a massive forged steel crank forged H-beam rods and forged aluminum pistons.
• High-Flow Aluminum Heads: Features massive intake ports and premium valvetrain hardware to feed the huge cylinders efficiently.
• Street Race Roller Camshaft: Grinds out a violently choppy idle while delivering extreme lift without flat-tappet wear issues.

Component Breakdown Dressed Big Block Configuration

This massive-displacement big block Ford gives you a bulletproof foundation for your custom pro-street build.

• The heavy-duty A460 iron block is packed with forged internals and a high-lift hydraulic roller camshaft
• Arrives fully dressed with aluminum heads custom valve covers a high-flow intake manifold and an MSD distributor

Vehicle Fitment & Compatibility Matrix

This massive 9.6L big block requires serious hood clearance and a heavy-duty drivetrain. Dropping a massive 588ci Ford crate engine into your chassis guarantees instant track and street domination.

• Fits custom tube-chassis street cars seeking a dyno-verified naturally aspirated big block powerplant
• Fits classic Ford Mustang pro-street builds modified to accept massive big block dimensions and heavy-duty drivetrains
• Fits classic Ford F-100 and F-250 truck restomods looking for massive towing torque and classic big block aesthetics
• Fits custom high-performance marine or off-road projects requiring a heavy-duty 9.6L iron block engine

Fuel & Ignition System Requirements

Feeding a 588ci performance engine requires a massive fuel delivery setup and a hot spark.

• Bolt on a high-CFM 850+ 4-barrel carburetor and feed it with a high-volume electric fuel pump system
• Connect the included MSD distributor to a high-voltage MSD 6AL ignition box and run heavy-duty spark plug wires

Installation Break-In Oil & Priming Instructions

Follow these setup rules to keep your new 588ci roller engine healthy for years to come.

• Use a priming tool through the distributor hole to get oil flowing to the roller lifters before turning the crankshaft
• Fill the pan with conventional high-zinc 10W-40 break-in oil and run a varied RPM cycle to seat the forged rings

USA Warranty Emissions & Logistics

This engine is a heavy-duty crate item shipped securely on a freight pallet directly to your door.

• Backed by Roush Performance strict manufacturing standards to ensure premium quality straight from the factory
• Not emissions-legal on modern street cars built strictly for pre-emissions classics and closed-course drag racing