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Originally Posted by dahkahuna
Bunkster, Yes their is a difference between the 205 hp 56 265 and the 180hp 55 factored 205 engines the 1956 engine is available with the larger Rochester carb thats why it is 205 hp both the Carter and the Rochester were available in 1956 splain that Lucy (NHRA) ? the Carter carbs are the same SPEC but the Rochester( Mr. Benny) is larger.
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This is true until you look at the carbs side by side and compare them, flow bench, on track etc. The 205hp on the 56 is incorrect it should be lower. The 180/205hp is incorrect. Steve H. and his daughter are very sharp and good racers if he says it runs that, then that is what it runs. The 55 has a one off intake, unlike the 283's, it has to keep the powerglide (which it should) unlike some other combos that now are allowed a 3speed autos, etc. Keep submiting your letters and making your case. If I could I would build another one. These older cars have allot of personallity and they stand out from the other year cars. It is a game and it depends on how you play it. Steve H. I will send you a PM about this.
Robert