1959 Chevy 348 with tri power intake 1500.00 also 2 speed trans
Pontiacanada said
Dec 31, 2015
I like it, but it's not in my "backyard".
GLHS60 said
Dec 31, 2015
Looks like a 1958 engine as they didn't use spark plug cooling ports until 1959.
Thanks
Randy
jim_ss409 said
Dec 31, 2015
GLHS60 wrote:
Looks like a 1958 engine as they didn't use spark plug cooling ports until 1959.
Thanks Randy
Yeah, and I'm pretty sure all of those #811 blocks used a rope style rear main seal. (more prone to leaking compared to a regular rubber seal)
It would be a good engine if you were trying to get the right date code for a 58 Chevy or Pontiac but if you were going to use aftermarket heads, the lack of spark plug cooling holes creates a potential leakage problem.
It's not the most desirable 348 block but here's a link to a stroked #811 block that managed to pump out 650 hp on pump gas...
http://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/calgary/1959-348-engine/1129450539?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true
also 2 speed trans
I like it, but it's not in my "backyard".
Thanks
Randy
Yeah, and I'm pretty sure all of those #811 blocks used a rope style rear main seal. (more prone to leaking compared to a regular rubber seal)
It would be a good engine if you were trying to get the right date code for a 58 Chevy or Pontiac but if you were going to use aftermarket heads, the lack of spark plug cooling holes creates a potential leakage problem.
It's not the most desirable 348 block but here's a link to a stroked #811 block that managed to pump out 650 hp on pump gas...
http://www.hotrod.com/how-to/engine/hrdp-0911-chevy-w-series-engine-build/