Paul - A 283 wasn't offered in 1955. The 265 V-8 was the only optional V8 offered for 3000 Series 1955.2 (Second Series) trucks. The 283 showed up in the Chevy truck lineup in 1957. Most likely an engine swap somewhere in its history. As to whether it qualifies to fit in a "stock class" would depend on who's defining the "stock class". Technically speaking, its not stock.

Got any pictures from the show?


~ Dan
1951 Chevy 3 window 3100
Follow this story in the DITY Gallery
"My Grandpa Carl's Truck and How it Became Mine"
1966 Chevelle (Wife's Hot Rod) | 2013 Chevy Silverado (Current daily driver)
US Army MSG Retired (1977-1998) | Com Fac Maint Lead Tech Retired (1998-2021)