Due to a change in the oil delivery to the rocker shaft Chevy changed the rocker design. 1950 — 58 rockers had a groove centered in the in the hole for the shaft. On 1959 - 62 rockers the groove was offset ¼ inch to control the flow of oil. For an excellent explanation with pictures visit member Pre-68 Dave’s blog ( Chevy 235 guy). His site has an amazing amount of great information including the item listed as "235 rocker oiling". The information applies to the 261 as well.


1954 Chevy 1300 engine 235 (1959)
1955 (first series) Chevy 3100 engine 261 (1957)
1927 (other brand) Model T- engine 327 (1968)