Road trip in a 71 year old car.

I bet it does, but it's really not made for it. I'd definitely keep it under 4K. Less would be better. Here's what the connecting rods look like. lol
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Yeah I was ready to to see a window in the block! Lol I'm thinking of swapping a 8 3/4 rear end with 3.23s maybe.