It seems than at Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:42:37 -0600, Donald wrote: > Larry wrote: > > "Are the 305/350 engines derivitives of the 283 that Chevy > released in the mid 50s?" > > I don't know. Most of GM's engines use pretty old pushrod > technology, but they do seem to have improved it to a point > where everything falls apart before the engine. > > > Donald H. Snook
Yes. All of the GM small-block engines are descendants of that engine. Somewhere along about 1990 they changed the rear crankshaft seal. I'm not sure what has broken compatibility since about 1995 'cause I don't have one - but things like the intake manifold, distributor, water pump, etc from a late '80 will bolt onto an 1955 engine. Obviously the crank and pistons are not the same 'cause the displacement isn't the same. -- Philip, with 4 of them, none stock. _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
