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Typically, if it is a super duty, you'll find "455SD" decals on the shaker scoop. If yours is a high output or standard engine, it will be badged as simply 4 5 5. If you're still unsure, the super duty utilised round port cylinder heads and an LS2 intake. It also included cast iron exhaust header-manifolds.

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Q: How can you tell if a 1973 trans am is a SD 455 or just a 455?
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