umm, not added to the oil but literally dumped into the carb with engine
running. the first design 265's also had lifter problems too.
i have the complete sets of '55-'57 service bullitens packed away up in the
attic for now with the TOP booklets from late 40's to early 60's.
chuck
> [Original Message]
> From: <KrkLH@cs.com>
> To: <soavero@yahoo.com>; <tr4driver@gmail.com>; <spridgets@autox.team.net>
> Date: 3/28/2006 11:04:04 PM
> Subject: Re: Finally got my Sprite back on the road...
>
> In 1955 when Chevy first introduced the small block - 55 Chevys were
coming
> out of the factory with an oil burning problem. The solution as sent to
the
> dealers by GM was to add a little Bon Ami to the oil to create some extra
> friction and help the rings seat. Strange history - I would not suggest
trying it!
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