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Re: [oletrucks] 261 Engine

To: trks@javanet.com
Subject: Re: [oletrucks] 261 Engine
From: New Mexico Jim <ADvent@thuntek.net>
Date: Sun, 08 Oct 2000 22:42:40 -0600
    So, how far can this engine be bored safely?

Grant Galbraith wrote:

> The 54 and 55 1st are a thicker casting in the cylinder walls which
> allow for a larger overbore. It is also said by some that these used a
> superior high nickel alloy than the  later engines, though there seems
> to be some
> room for debate here, and no documentation that this is the case.  For
> guys that want these for a AD
> the 54 and 55 1st are preferred for the right water pump placement, both
> height and length.
>
> Grant,
> 50 Chevy 3100
> 52 GMC 150
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959

oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959

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