Ran across this on Inliners.org

Deck Height 11.156 228-236-248-256
Deck Height 11.250 256-270-302

I'm no GMC engine builder, but the numbers make sense except for the very rare 256 engine being shown with 2 different deck heights.

Given the 3/16" difference in stroke between the 228/248 and 270/302 engines and the fact that they all use the same rods, the deck height of the 228/248 would need to be 3/32" (0.09375") shorter than the 270/302.

Last edited by Bill Hanlon; 08/07/2025 3:17 PM.

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