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what powered 'Hot Rod' ?


Probably one of the most popular episodes of the 1956-57 season. I'm thinking its an Olds 303 or 324, aka a Rocket V8 but it could be a Chevy 265. Definitly not a Ford flathead, too small for a Hemi. There are several shots of the engine. Any input???

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It's been a while since I've seen that episode, but I'm thinking Chevy 265 or possibly 283 since the episode may have been the 57 season.

I do remember that the description of the car kept mentioning a supercharger. There was no supercharger on that car.

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I'm quite sure it was an Oldsmobile due to the shape of the heads. Due to the era, it had to be a 303 or 324.

Definitely not a small block Chevrolet.

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