330 hemi?

no1newb said

I wasnt sure if anyone knew anything about these, but there is a 330 desoto hemi 1956 for 400$ near me and i wasnt sure if it would be worth looking into. also, i didnt know where to put this either, since its old, i thought id put it in the early section. i was curious if it would work in a abody drive train or rough mpg estimate or anything like that, i couldnt find much about them so i thought id ask here.

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Desoto was not a preferred engine because of the heads, water jackets were too restrictive. most guys trade out for dodge or chrysler heads. the 330 is very doable but as stated before very heavy. I wouldn't consider it if you like long cruises but for show and go and the navelty if thats what youwant go for it. PRACTICAL no but nothing in this hobby is. Expect to shell out some cash. It will be about twice the amount of a standard build. There is alot of info on the net for old Hemis. Just look up old hemis. Bob Walker at Hot Heads is a great help. I bought Tex Smiths book on old hemis. There is a site called The Hemi. com. If you deside to build find someone that has been around them for awhile.
This is my 354 punch out to a 371 in my 68 Dart before started redoing the car. theres alot of support out there don't be afraid to ask questions and dare to be different. Good luck