The slot is just to identify it as special.

From 1938-62, only two head bolt part numbers are listed for 216, 235 and 261. Long and short except for a special drilled bolt, used when a 59-62 block is used with earlier top end* to reduce the oil flow to the rockers.

Note in parts book: Use with drilled bolt.
Plug # 3764579
Install in block oil port near right center head bolt.
(This plug blocks the original oil path and sends it through the drilled head bolt)

· The cylinder head did not change but the rockers did.


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