Early Hemi Identification

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racecop53
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Early Hemi Identification

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I have an early hemi that I am having difficulty identifying. I think it is a 1955 270 but not sure. I have searched sites and the block number has not been found. Another person thinks it is a 1955 Dodge 331 or 354. The number on the front of the block is VT350-3150. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
DavidBraley
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Re: Early Hemi Identification

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Well, according to Leo's book, the VT350 shows as a 331. But it could possibly be a poly, or a hemi, and the year I'm not sure of. Post some pictures so we can get a better look at it.
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DHEMI
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Re: Early Hemi Identification

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1 picture worth a thousand words.
George
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Re: Early Hemi Identification

Post by George »

Dodge block Hemis & Polys were used in smaller trucks, but as far as I know only Chrysler Truck version hemis were used in big trucks, not Chr Polys.
racecop53
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Re: Early Hemi Identification

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I will grab some pics of it and the numbers I have located on it and post them. I appreciate the help, thanks! Terry
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