No problem blacksmith. You didn't know. As for the engine it is very likely a Hercules L head. Most of the Whites used Herc's however it may have the White logo cast into it. The Reo engines were OHV as I recall. At least my 57' Gold Comet was.

1953 Chevy 5-window 3100
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Dave
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