Thanks - Its quite the archeology project. The main goal is to keep its modified configuration while making it reliable.

Thanks Cliff,
If they come back up on the market let me know.
Wayne

The original 292 had headwork, cam and a McCulloch on it.
In the '56 timeframe a connecting rod bolt failed. I recall seeing the crank in four pieces and the cam in six pieces.
Very soon after Grandfather had a '56 312 block with a final ci at 342 in it. And yes eluding to the weaker 55 transmission, it still has it , and survived the racing. - Grandfather would go around the water box and launch somewhat conservatively. The rear end ratio comes in about 4.10 with a HiTork cone style limited slip.