Chevy's Double Hump Heads: The Key to Small Block V8 Power

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Chevy's Double Hump Heads: The Key to Small Block V8 Power
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Chevy's double hump cylinder heads, first introduced on the 1962 Corvette's 327 V8, became a benchmark in small-block engine performance, known for their large valves, small combustion chambers, and optimized fuel combustion, significantly influencing muscle car power during the 1960s.

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