You are currently viewing Chevrolet.com (United States). Close this window to stay here or choose another country to see vehicles and services specific to your location.

HT502 BIG-BLOCK CRATE ENGINE

HT502 BIG-BLOCK CRATE ENGINE

QUALITY PARTS.
HIGH-CALIBER BUILD.

Offer Valid 1/1/24 to 12/31/24

$250 rebate* on the purchase of a Chevrolet Performance Transmission within 180 days of the purchase of any Chevrolet Performance Crate Engine**. Rebate amount dependent on the package purchased.

QUALITY PARTS.
HIGH-CALIBER BUILD.

Offer Valid 1/1/24 to 12/31/24

$250 rebate* on the purchase of a Chevrolet Performance Transmission within 180 days of the purchase of any Chevrolet Performance Crate Engine**. Rebate amount dependent on the package purchased.

COMPLETE YOUR PERFECT BUILD

OFFER VALID 1/1/23 TO 12/31/23.

$250 rebate on the purchase of a Chevrolet Performance Transmission within 180 days of the purchase of any Chevrolet Performance Crate Engine

PARTS INTENDED FOR COMPETITION USE ONLY.
Click for more details.

PARTS INTENDED FOR COMPETITION USE ONLY.
Click for more details.

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.
Click for more details.

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.
Click for more details.

Rebuilding alternative

Our HT502 crate engine is an affordable alternative with more power than our factory-installed Big-Block, producing a whopping 541 lb.-ft. of trailer-tugging torque.

PART NO. 88890534

WhyBuy

406 HP @4200 RPM

WhyBuy

541 LB-FT @3200 RPM  

More Torque

The HT502 is uniquely suited to pre-1978 trucks, but is adaptable to a variety of applications, and it’s built with our latest generation block casting with four-bolt main caps. An all-forged rotating assembly delivers exceptional strength and durability.

Connect & Cruise Powertrain System

Connect & Cruise Crate Powertrain Systems provide factory-matched engine-and-transmission combinations that include specially calibrated controllers and wire harnesses designed for retrofit installations in older vehicles.  

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE BENEFITS

CONNECT & CRUISE CRATE POWERTRAIN SYSTEM

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE ENGINE (PART-ONLY)

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE TRANSMISSION (PART-ONLY)

Limited Warranty-Backed by Chevrolet

24 Months/50,000 Miles

(E-Rod: 36 Months/50,000 Miles)

24 Months/50,000 Miles

(E-Rod: 36 Months/50,000 Miles)

12 Months/Unlimited Miles

Designed, engineered, and tested to stringent Chevrolet specifications

Check
Check
Check

Installation Kit included for ease of installation

Check
Check
Check

Packaged solution with conveniently matched engine, transmission, torque converter, and transmission controller to fit your customized needs

Check
Xmark
Xmark

Simplified part-sourcing process, eliminating the need to independently source compatible components

Check
Xmark
Xmark

Factory tuned and calibrated to fit your unique application

Check
Xmark
Xmark

Eligible for $500, $750, or $1,000 mail-in rebate  See Rebate website for details

Check
Xmark
Xmark

CONNECT & CRUISE CRATE POWERTRAIN SYSTEM

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE BENEFITS

CONNECT & CRUISE CRATE POWERTRAIN SYSTEM

Limited Warranty-Backed by Chevrolet

24 Months/50,000 Miles

(E-Rod: 36 Months/50,000 Miles)

Designed, engineered, and tested to stringent Chevrolet specifications

Check

Installation Kit included for ease of installation

Check

Packaged solution with conveniently matched engine, transmission, torque converter, and transmission controller to fit your customized needs

Check

Simplified part-sourcing process, eliminating the need to independently source compatible components

Check

Factory tuned and calibrated to fit your unique application

Check

Eligible for $500, $750, or $1,000 mail-in rebate  See Rebate website for details

 

Check

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE ENGINE (PART-ONLY)

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE BENEFITS

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE ENGINE (PART-ONLY)

Limited Warranty-Backed by Chevrolet

24 Months/50,000 Miles

(E-Rod: 36 Months/50,000 Miles)

Designed, engineered, and tested to stringent Chevrolet specifications

Check

Installation Kit included for ease of installation

Check

Packaged solution with conveniently matched engine, transmission, torque converter, and transmission controller to fit your customized needs

Xmark

Simplified part-sourcing process, eliminating the need to independently source compatible components

Xmark

Factory tuned and calibrated to fit your unique application

Check

Eligible for $500, $750, or $1,000 mail-in rebate  See Rebate website for details

 

Xmark

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE TRANSMISSION (PART-ONLY)

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE BENEFITS

CHEVROLET PERFORMANCE TRANSMISSION (PART-ONLY)

Limited Warranty-Backed by Chevrolet

12 Months/Unlimited Miles

Designed, engineered, and tested to stringent Chevrolet specifications

Check

Installation Kit included for ease of installation

Check

Packaged solution with conveniently matched engine, transmission, torque converter, and transmission controller to fit your customized needs

Xmark

Simplified part-sourcing process, eliminating the need to independently source compatible components

Xmark

Factory tuned and calibrated to fit your unique application

Check

Eligible for $500, $750, or $1,000 mail-in rebate  See Rebate website for details

 

Xmark

Must be purchased from a participating U.S. dealer or Chevrolet Performance Authorized Reseller. Mail-in rebate offer not available with other offers. See gmpartsrebates.com for details, applicable rebate amounts, and rebate form. Rebates must be submitted by 1/31/25. Rebates may be submitted over two invoices within 120 days of each other. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of debit card. Offer valid 1/1/24 - 12/31/24.

 

††Unless specifically noted to the contrary herein, vehicles equipped with Chevrolet Performance parts that are emissions-related may not meet U.S., Canadian, and state and provincial laws and regulations relating to motor-vehicle emissions. These parts are designed and intended for use in vehicles operated exclusively for competition: in racing or organized competition on courses separate from public roads, streets, or highways. Visit www.chevroletperformance.com/emissions for more details. 

 

Parts and labor warranty when installed by a GM Dealer or qualified installing independent Service Center (ISC) or when sold over the counter and REPAIRED by a GM Dealer or qualifying ISC. Parts only when consumer repaired or installed in non-highway application. Coverage limited to defects in material and/or workmanship of the specific part only. Warranty valid when all required components are installed on the same vehicle and purchased on one invoice.

 

††Must be purchased from a participating U.S. dealer or Chevrolet Performance Authorized Reseller. Mail-in rebate offer not available with other offers. See gmpartsrebates.com for details, applicable rebate amounts, and rebate form. Rebates must be submitted by 1/31/25. Rebates may be submitted over two invoices within 120 days of each other. Allow 6 to 8 weeks for delivery of debit card. Offer valid 1/1/24 to 12/31/24. Unless specifically noted to the contrary herein, vehicles equipped with Chevrolet Performance parts that are emissions-related may not meet U.S., Canadian, and state and provincial laws and regulations relating to motor-vehicle emissions. These parts are designed and intended for use in vehicles operated exclusively for competition: in racing or organized competition on courses separate from public streets or highways. Visit www.chevroletperformance.com/emissions for more details. Rebate form and details available at chevrolet.com/performance/offers.

Installation Guides

Find everything from vital data about your engine’s capabilities to how to install it into your build.

HT502 Tech Specs

  • Part Number: 88890534 
  • Engine Type: Chevy Big-Block V-8
  • Displacement (cu. in.): 502
  • Bore x Stroke (in.): 4.470 x 4.00
  • Block (P/N 19170540): Cast-iron with four-bolt main caps
  • Crankshaft (P/N 10183723): Forged steel
  • Connecting Rods (P/N 19170198): Forged steel, shot peened
  • Pistons (P/N 12533507): Forged aluminum
  • Camshaft Type (P/N 12552296): Hydraulic roller
  • Camshaft Lift (in.): .480 intake / .483 exhaust
  • Camshaft Duration (@.050 in.): 204° intake / 209° exhaust
  • Cylinder Heads (P/N 12562917): Iron oval port; 118-cc chambers
  • Balanced: External
  • Valve Size (in.): 2.070 intake / 1.730 exhaust
  • Compression Ratio: 8.75:1
  • Rocker Arms (P/N 12523976): Stamped steel
  • Rocker Arm Ratio: 1.7:1
  • Flexplate (P/N 10185034): 14"
  • Recommended Fuel: Regular pump
  • Ignition Timing: Base 34° Total @ 4,000
  • Maximum Recommended rpm: 5500

Mobil 1 is now The Official Motor Oil of Chevrolet Performance.

VISIT OUR BRANDS FOR YOUR OE NEEDS

Unless specifically noted to the contrary herein, vehicles equipped with Chevrolet Performance parts that are emissions-related may not meet U.S., Canadian, and state and provincial laws and regulations relating to motor-vehicle emissions. These parts are designed and intended for use in vehicles operated exclusively for competition: in racing or organized competition on courses separate from public streets or highways. Visit www.chevroletperformance.com/emissions for more details.