Henry J 513 454 CID V8 Bored .030 Over 1952
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See this 1952 Kaiser Henry J Pro Street on display in our Louisville, Kentucky showroom.We are proud to present this absolutely stunning 1952 Kiser Henry J Pro Street car for sale in our Louisville Showroom. Depending on whether you wanting to go fast or just look good at the show circuit, then this Henry J is the right recipe for you. From the beautiful Purple Metallic with Ghost flames to the matching cloth interior, this ol’Henry has been built right! Powering this Pro Street build is a 454 big lock Chevrolet that has been bored .030. Aluminum heads sight on top of the massive V-8 and Holley 1050 CFM Dominator carburetor provides the fuel. With a 13:1 ratio, 110 octane fuel is recommended. Handling the power of this beastly V-8 is a built Chevrolet 400 Turbo Hydramatic Transmission with a 4500 stall convertor. Making sure that the rear end is up to the task is a custom Ford 9 inch rear end containing a Detroit Locker with 4.56 gears. With as fast as this Henry J is capable of going, safety concerns have been addressed with an Alston Chassis and a full roll cage to protect the driver and the occasional passenger. Four wheel disc brakes will bring the Henry back down from high speeds in a hurry. The owner states that even though this Pro Street car has a ton of power it is still very easy to drive. He attributes much of this to the Mustang II style suspension and the overall professionalism to detail during the build of this street beast. Climbing inside the Henry is relatively easy as the Steering wheel is removable. Once inside, the interior is crisp and clean with only the necessary gauges to keep track of critical engine functions. The Henry J comes with a full set of racing belts to protect both the driver and a rider. Options for this 1952 Kiser Henry J Pro Street include; Cloth Interior, Racing Seat Belts, Aluminum Racing Wheels with Performance Tires. To view this 1952 Kiser Henry J Pro Street in greater detail, including an HD video, please visit http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com or our Louisville KY Showroom. For more information please call at 812-294-1555 or email Louisville@gatewayclassiccars.com.
http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/LOU/1433/1952-Kaiser-Henry-J-Pro-Street
1952 Henry J 513 454 CID V8 Bored .030 Over is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Memphis by Gateway Classic Cars for $46995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Henry J Model : 513 Model Version : 454 CID V8 Bored .030 Over Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1952 Sub type : Coupé Location : Louisville
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About Henry J
The Henry J was a compact car produced by the Kaiser-Frazer Corporation during the early 1950s. It bore the name of Henry J. Kaiser, one of the co-founders of the company. The Henry J was a response to the need for an affordable compact car in post-World War II America.Designed as a straightforward and budget-friendly vehicle, the Henry J entered the market to compete with other small cars of the time like the Willys Aero and Nash Rambler. Its design was simple, with minimal chrome trim and an unadorned appearance, offered primarily as a two-door sedan and a two-door business coupe.
Different trim levels, including the Henry J Corsair and Henry J Vagabond, allowed buyers to choose the level of equipment and amenities they preferred. Under the hood, it featured a small, efficient four-cylinder engine suitable for its compact size.
While the Henry J aimed to provide affordability, it faced challenges in the market. It struggled to gain traction against more established compact car brands, and sales fell short of expectations.
Production of the Henry J spanned from 1950 to 1954, with a notable facelift in 1951 that introduced a new grille and other design updates. Despite not achieving commercial success, the Henry J holds a place in history as a pioneering effort to introduce an economical compact car to the American market. It played a role in the development of compact cars in the United States and set the stage for later small car offerings. Today, it's remembered as a piece of post-war American automotive history.