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ALP.07.04.0304-1

AMS Performance 4.3L VR38 Stage 4 Short Block for Nissan R35 GT-R

$32,999.95
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The foundation behind the most powerful VR38 builds in the world
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AMS Performance 4.3L VR38 Stage 4 Short Block for Nissan R35 GT-R

The AMS Performance 4.3L VR38 Stage 4 Short Block is built for serious power. It’s made for GTR owners chasing big numbers and proven performance. The short block comes fully assembled, ready to drop in, and is machined in-house to exact specs. AMS reinforces every build to handle the brutal power and torque their ALPHA and OMEGA packages deliver. Each engine is assembled in a clean, climate-controlled room to keep quality consistent. With decades of racing under their belt, AMS has turned the VR38 into one of the toughest and most refined engine programs on the market. This is the setup you choose when you want strength, reliability, and precision.

Features

  • Ready to install short block
  • Built to support high horsepower builds
  • Machined with advanced industry tools
  • Assembled in a controlled clean room
  • Uses your existing engine core
  • All new OEM gaskets, seals, and hardware

AMS has pushed the VR38DETT V6 to record-breaking levels. Their short blocks are engineered for high power and reliability. The rotating assembly comes complete, so installation is simple. They use a mixture of top-grade OEM and AMS spec components that meet strict standards.



Technical specs

  • Displacement: 4.1 liters
  • Bore: 98 mm
  • Stroke: 94.4 mm
  • Compression: 10:1
  • Rev limit: 8600 RPM*
  • Max power and torque: 1900 WHP / 1200 lb-ft*

Build sheet

  • Inspect and Blueprint Engine Block
  • AMS 98mm Big Bore Ductile Iron Dry Sleeves
  • Hone / Recondition Cylinder to Size
  • Deck Block
  • Main Girdle Reinforcement and 12mm Studs
  • Hone Main Journals to AMS Spec
  • Bryant Racing Billet “Stroker” Crankshaft
  • Manley 300M Connecting Rods to AMS Spec
  • Manley Pistons to AMS Spec
  • BBC Rod Bearings Conversion
  • Bryant Crankshaft Full Balance Job
  • King Main Bearings
  • BBC Modified Rod Bearings
  • New OEM Seals and Gaskets
  • Multiple Stage Cleaning and Prep Process

AMS builds each engine by hand using the same care they put into their 3000+ WHP race cars. Every block is checked for correct dimensions, bore size, alignment, and flatness. All tolerances, torque specs, and clearances are documented. Their quality control process is strict because the engine is the foundation of your build.