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Location: central Illinois | I'd like to ask you guys to post some pictures and help me learn to identify early, 1st generation Hemi's. I see them in hot rods but don't know how to tell them apart. The differences in the Chrysler 331 to 354 to 392 would be a great start. Of course the DeSoto and Dodges would be appreciated too. There was a guy at a swap that had what he said was a 354 that was torndown for inspection and I had no idea how to identify what it was. |
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Location: Colo Spgs | Hola George
The first part is to learn how to be "a spotter's guru" with the oldest Chrysler Engine. If the Transmission Mounting Flange appears to have a Extended Flange that is enough
to hide a Torque Converter or Clutch Pack --- then it is the first series Chrysler V8. You do not want this - so keep on walkin.
The Second Series Chrysler's and any De Soto or Dodge have a Transmission Mounting Flange that equal in length as your 383 or 440. The diameter is the same as any 318 -
340 or 360's.
The three engines all have a looong to shortest head length. The Chrysler's are the looongest and the Dodges are the shortest one's. A common Habour Freight Tape Measure
that fits in your pocket is cheap. Or you may carry with you written data in your pocket.
For The Block - the Engine Year Code is stamped cross wise behind The Water Pump on the block. You must look down-ward to see it.
Rodger & Gabby
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Location: New Castle PA | For the early hemis, if you get the engine #, go here: http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Early_Hemi_engine_specifica...
Edited by 57desoto 2014-09-07 1:24 PM
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Location: central Illinois | Ed, I tried that link and it doesn't work. I found this one from Hot Rod magazine. http://image.hotrod.com/f/94699145+q80+re0+cr1+ar0/...
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Location: Peoples Republic of Oregon | ...or you could use mine.....
http://www.qualityengineeredcomponents.com/?page_id=8
However, there are times when grease/grime covers the id pad and a five foot visual is all you can do. You might start a photo collection of the various year/makes and have it handy if/when you are out shopping. No, not the best solution, but you will quickly get the hang of it as you look at engines. The small details will become obvious after awhile and if you need help just post a couple of photos or give a call. |
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Location: New Castle PA | Gee, I just tried the link I posted above and it works just fine for me... |
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Location: central Illinois | Sorry Ed, I got a good connection this time.
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Hemi I.D.
