So I scored a Chrysler flat 6. I have determined it is an industrial 265 but I cant determine what year. I have done a search but cant find how to find this info. I have serial number but cant find a chart anywhere. If I missed it can someone point me to this? Or how do I determine the year??
Try the info at p15-d24.com. Lots of data in the files there. The 265 was used in cars, trucks and industrial even into the 70s. Combines, tractors aircraft tugs etc. And, I'm jealous. Finishing up a 230 for my PU but a 265 would have been a better starting point.
I have a penchant for the big ole inlines. I would like to have one of those, a 320 Buick Roadmaster, and a 356 9 bearing Packard under the shop steps next to the hemi's and Rocket. A 302 GMC would be OK, too.
Would the 265 be the Spitfire ? I have a one in my garage that I was going to put in my 53 T&C when the Spitfire turned out be roached Sent from my iPhone using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
uh....what is the serial number? and can you post all of the cast numbers you find on the block and head? Perhaps pictures? There might be some clues on the engine, but we're working blind here.
Thanks squirrel. I have it identified. Now looking for complete rebuild kits. Egge=no. Kantner = no. anywhere else to check?
why are you looking for a complete kit? how about figuring out what it really needs, and find those parts? they should be available, although you'll have to do some detective work.
Since it's an industrial engine, try any agricultural equipment dealers or industrial equipment dealers.
For parts try your local parts stores, or Vintage Power Wagons in Iowa. Military Power Wagons were about the last vehicle to use that engine, and VPW has tons of NOS parts at good prices.
Try N.B.Pease Antique Auto Parts in Palmer, Mass. 1-413-283-7620. Nelson has a good supply of mechanical parts.
I am assuming it needs a complete rebuild. So I want to find out possible costs and an estimate on machine work before I take it apart. I don't want to take it apart and find out I'm in over my head. I hope I dont find out its cheaper to swap one of those cheap V8s in there. I think I heard them called Hemis. Probably just a fad though. They will never catch on for performance......
@nickthebandit , @stanlow69 , @Fortunateson , @Rusty O'Toole , @chriseakin thank you all for the suppliers recommendations. I am sure I can find something now.
I also have it posted on my build thread. not much of a build yet, just gathering parts. Soldiers Joy.
VPW web site also has a chart to help you identify your engine by serial number including truck and industrial engines.
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