And before 29 Chevy had only 4 cylinders, still overhead valves.
With the exception of 1917 and part of 1918 Chevy did have a V8 OHV engine, so 55 is not the first year for a V8 for Chevy.

About "the Small Block V8 we all know and love!",
Do we all love them? :confused:

Grigg

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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