This should be presented as a factory-original Holley Model 1945 one-barrel carburetor associated with Chrysler Corporation’s 225-cubic-inch Slant Six applications. “Factory-original” is a strong collector keyword, but the listing should clarify whether it means original Holley manufacture rather than a verified original carburetor installed on a specific vehicle
Factory-Original Holley Model 1945 Carburetor
Offered is a factory-original Holley Model 1945 one-barrel carburetor associated with the Chrysler Corporation 225-cubic-inch Slant Six inline-six engine.
The Holley Model 1945 was engineered as an economical factory replacement carburetor for selected classic Dodge, Plymouth, and Chrysler cars and trucks equipped with the 225 Slant Six engine. This vintage carburetor is suitable for classic vehicle restoration, Slant Six engine projects, carburetor rebuilding, parts identification, automotive display, and vintage mechanical collections.
The carburetor may also display application references associated with 6145 and 6146, as shown in the photographs. A Hygrade HF3795-8 service instruction worksheet is included where shown, providing additional period reference material for Holley one-barrel carburetor service and repair.
Condition
This is a vintage factory-original, used, untested carburetor.
It has not been:
Installed or operated by the seller
Connected to a fuel inspected
The carburetor may require complete disassembly, cleaning, gasket and seal replacement, float inspection, metering inspection, throttle-shaft evaluation, and professional rebuilding before installation.
Visible condition may include:
Age-related oxidation
Surface discoloration
Original finish wear
Dirt and residue
Storage marks
Aged gaskets and rubber components
Possible internal corrosion or sticking
Wear to linkage, shafts, fittings, or threads
Please inspect all photographs carefully. The item is sold as pictured, untested, and as-is.
Factory-Original Identification
“Factory-original” refers to the vintage Holley-manufactured carburetor assembly and its original-style construction. This listing does not represent that the carburetor has been verified as the exact original unit installed on a particular vehicle.
The carburetor should be compared with the buyer’s original unit before purchase. Calibrations, linkage arrangements, choke systems, vacuum connections, mounting configurations, and emissions equipment can vary by vehicle year and application.
Potential Applications
Associated applications may include selected:
Dodge vehicles with 225 Slant Six engines
Plymouth vehicles with 225 Slant Six engines
Chrysler vehicles with 225 Slant Six engines
Dodge trucks with 225 Slant Six engines
Plymouth trucks with 225 Slant Six engines
Classic Chrysler Corporation restoration projects
Exact fitment is not guaranteed without verification of the vehicle year, model, carburetor calibration, linkage, choke arrangement, fuel inlet, and mounting pattern.
Included
Factory-original Holley Model 1945 one-barrel carburetor
Attached hardware and components shown in the photographs
Hygrade HF3795-8 service worksheet, if shown as included
Period packaging material, if shown
No rebuilt kit, vehicle, installation gasket, warranty, or additional hardware is included unless visible in the photographs.
Recommended Item Specifics
Item specific Entry
Brand Holley
Model 1945
Type Carburetor
Carburetor Type 1-Barrel
Application Chrysler 225 Slant Six
Engine Size 225 cu. in.
Engine Type Inline 6-Cylinder
Fuel Type Gasoline
Manufacturer Part Number Holley 1945
Other Part Number 6145 / 6146, only if confirmed from the item
Vintage Part Yes
Classic Part Yes
Performance Part No
Universal Fitment No
Modified Item No
Condition Used
Tested No
Rebuilt No
Mounting Hardware Only as pictured
Documentation Hygrade HF3795-8 worksheet
