jdd,

My guess is that your is gone because I think a shut off and connector tee was not used in 1954. But, that does not mean that a shut-off is not a good idea.

Tim

http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/1929_57chevyparts/57cmpc0265.htm

Tim
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1954 3106 Carryall Suburban
1954 3104 5-window pickup w/Hydra-Matic
The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.