<VV> Engine head swap

[shortle]

1960 was the only year that had a 140 inch engine. Then in 1961 they all had 145 inch engines until 1963. Then in 1964 all the engines became 164 inch. Hope this helps.
Timothy Shortle in Durango Colorado 81301


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>Subject: Re: <VV> Engine head swap
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>Sure, the block could be original, but the 140 heads and certainly headers
>weren't. For example, the 60s didn't have the "modern" choked version of the
>carburetors... Recall? The heads were not developed according to GM until
>well after 1960. Etc.
>
>C
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>Grant Young via VirtualVairs
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>I have a friend who claims to have a 1960 sedan with the original engine
>block and with 140 HP heads with headers. Is this possible? We are
>discussing a vapor lock and fuel dripping when shut off. Thanks for any
>input on this. 
>Grant
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