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Apr 9, 2022
What is a Stovebolt?
A stovebolt is a type of bolt that is commonly found on a wood burning stove that has a slotted head and uses a square nut on the back, it is very similar to a standard screw but it has significantly coarser threads. Chevrolet's inline 6 cylinder engine is nicknamed the stovebolt because the valve covers, timing cover, and lifter cover all have a bolt on them that looks like the classic stovebolt that you would find in a stove.
This name was introduced by mechanics that were working on them as a way of differentiating them from the other engines of the era. Nowadays they are known to be a strong and reliable engine having been around and in development for nearly 90 years with many different generations. It is a good engine to get if you are looking to get a classic vehicle and most mechanics will know them by name.
~ Peggy M 1949 Chevrolet 3804"Charlie" - The Stovebolt FlagshipIn the Gallery"Success comes in 'cans' ..." | | |
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