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Re: 1976 1500 Deck height

To: Larry Elswick <sos@kymtnnet.org>
Subject: Re: 1976 1500 Deck height
From: Nolan Penney <npenney@erols.com>
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 19:44:39 -0500
I don't think they changed the deck height at all for this engine.  I
believe the only difference is the use of flat topped pistons, instead
of the usual dished pistons.

Larry Elswick wrote:

> Can anyone tell me what the deck height (down bore distance)
> for a 1976 1500? This engine does have a 9:1 compression ratio
> doesn't it? Also, is the recommended .200" milling of the head in
> the Comp. Prep. Manual really that much? Thanks!
> Larry

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