What engine is depicted in the AMT BOSS NOVA ?

[Greg Myers]

[Ace-Garageguy]

It appears to be a first-generation Chrysler hemi with those valve covers, even intake and exhaust port spacing, and the distributor drive in the rear. 331-354-392.

The bolt pattern on the timing cover is in the ballpark too.

Edited July 8, 2018 by Ace-Garageguy

[Snake45]

Concur with early Hemi.

[PARTSMARTY]

35 minutes ago, Snake45 said:

Concur with early Hemi.

x2

[Phirewriter]

When the '63 Nova wagon was released it came with a trailer and various accessories including a Hemi engine and stand. The engine powering the drag version appears to be that very Hemi. I have both versions and it looks like all but the necessary parts were pulled or blocked off and the original chassis modified for the Boss version. I compared the two years ago and I don't believe it could ever come back stock even if they back tooled the body.

Edited July 8, 2018 by Phirewriter

[Greg Myers]

Not trying to disagree here, but just an observation, The valve covers look a little flat for a stock HEMI. I was thinking something experimental, maybe. 

[Greg Myers]

OK, I'm seeing it now, just flat instruction drawing. 

[Greg Myers]

Guess I was hoping for something like this . . .

[bobthehobbyguy]

The Bossa Nova hemi is the same as the hemi in the Double dragster kit.

[ChrisBcritter]

On 7/8/2018 at 12:39 PM, Phirewriter said:

I compared the two years ago and I don't believe it could ever come back stock even if they back tooled the body.

Per JohnG at Round2, they can't find the interior or chassis molds.

http://www.collectormodel.com/round2-models/2224-whats-a-hanger-shot/ (Comment #43)