What throws me is the AS code behind the partial Vin, and an Rh stamping below the partial Vin. The block came from a local car and recently had been Feb 13, 2021 · No list of formidable Corvette engines would be complete without including the 1967 L88. The Chevy L36 427 is the little brother of the 1966-1969 big-block lineup. 76" STROKE (used on '65-'90 Mark IV 366T, 396, 402, 427 or 427T) May 24, 2010 · have a 68 427 block with the casting number 3916321. A little more info on the engine, the pistons that were in the block are sealed power 4. The L36 was the first of the Mark IV 427s to hit the streets in 1966. You should have no problem with a . 4 bolt main, tall deck truck. you can verify the stroke by measuring the piston travel through the spark plug hole, will be 3. This gives the 366 an ever so slight coolant capacity increase also. 396 2 Bolt. i can't find block casting. 3125 Stroke: 3. 3963512 427 69 Chevelle, Camaro COPO. The block only cost me $300. 72-inch valves. ” Jan 19, 2011 · C1 & C2 Parts - 66 427 engine block, casting number 3869942 - I have a 66 427 2 bolt block that I would like to sell. #1 · Feb 9, 2016 (Edited) Ive come across a 427 4 bolt block with the casting number of 3935439. If you can’t find an original exhaust manifold many aftermarket reproductions are available. NOTE - The information presented here was gathered from a variety of sources. if it is from a boat and the connecting rod numbers tell me it is, then you have a marine block which is a standard oiling FE with 427 features such as bore size and crossbolts. April 12, 2014 Roadkill Customs Technical Info. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1968 Chevrolet 427 Big Block Engine H 87 Casting 3916321 at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! Feb 9, 2016 · Caseys69 Discussion starter. 4th and 5th digits = day of the assembly. 4. 5:1 forged pistons, and an 8″ balancer. 1973-76. 72. 1972 block casting number 3999289. 0T Vacuum Pump Rebuild Kit / Gasket Seal for VW AUDI MKv B6 B7 FSI. Holley. Casting numbers is 3999294; which comes back to a 1968-'84 Tall Deck 427 Truck motor block. Nov 19, 2007 · 2229 posts · Joined 2007. This is a 427 Chevrolet Aluminum block casting #3946052 dated 2-1-69 - 131. Feb 3, 2005 · C1 & C2 Corvettes - 66 427 Block Casting Number - Thanks In Advance For Any Info Given. I pulled it out of my 1969 427/435 (build date of September, 1968), it worked great, no sleves or welds, etc. There may be another 1966-67 marine variant and there are some 1966-67 truck variants that are not listed. Casting date unreadable but research suggests 68 only block. 75-4. 3814881 Chey Big Block Dual 4 Barrel Intake Manifold. Bored . Any help would be a HUGE help. FE (330-428 SCJ) note: nearly all FE blocks have 352 cast on the front of them. any info on this casting number and date code is much appreciated. The bores will definitely clean at . The reverse rotation marine engines, the 8. A previous post has the 396 counterweight at 3/4". 396/427: Closed: 109cc: 375 L-78: 3904391: 1967: 396 Jul 6, 2017 · Attachments. 3963512 454 70 Chevelle LS6, 450 HP. 250. #1 · Oct 17, 2006. 427 Casting #. Oil Additive - Liqui Moly MoS2 Anti Friction Engine Treatment 2009 NEW LM 2009. Posts: 1,960. That block casting number was also May 4, 2023 · Other indicators include a 4-bolt main block, 12. Engine Block & Head Casting Numbers ENGINE BLOCK NUMBERS . 00 its never been sleeved or hurt. keep in mind cast numbers can have meat missing or a casting flaw can add meat. Courtesy Todd Burke. Engine block factory tall deck casting numbers: [Some casting end dates have conflicting source info, we have done our best to validate where possible] The Camshafts are interchangeable on most Mark IV to the Gen VI Chevy Big Block engines. Chevrolet Big Block Head Casting Numbers. “Factory 4 bolt main engine block. There is no HI-PERF on the block. When I look that number up, that is supposed to be the same casting used in '66 for a 427 2 bolt. It is identical to #3798962 except that Feb 20, 2019 · That’s why we have put together this short big-block Chevy head ID guide to help you identify that swap-meet gold. 06- and 1. Srp pistons (part no. The casting number is 3869942 p and the casting date is A226. I actually went through several lists and made some corrections before making this list. If the stroke is 3. com Apr 6, 2019 · i found LI as 335 hp 69 427 auto trans. Chevrolet Big Block Sep 19, 2013 · Chevy’s First-Generation Small-Block V8 Casting Numbers. BBC Engine Block Casting Numbers. 340220. Like. 250" std size, and according to the shop were advertised at 11. Late in the 1956 model year, Chevrolet changed the format of the engine 1969-1971 427/454 block casting number 3963512 with October 15 casting date on bell housing area. I think it's a service block but. 444 1. Here is a picture of my engine stamp. Some of the later model blocks have the casting number Feb 8, 2005 · 436 posts · Joined 2001. Dec 13, 2012 · C1 & C2 Corvettes, 1953 - 1967. 1972-76. ENGINE. It is a 4 bolt. 1970-74 . 265 bore it has the soft plugs in the oil galleys. I know this block was used in 1966 in the Corvettes with the 425HP 427's. That's not the point, It is a 390 but why does it have the 427 cast into the back of the block. This is a C0AE-6090-D cylinder head for 1960 352 and 1961–1962 390. Its 4. Block was pressure tested and is a good rebuildable core with date on backside of 06017. 17 posts · Joined 2011. 3963512 454 70-71 Pass, Chevelle, Monte Carlo. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 69 Chevrolet Big Block 427 Engine Complete Casting 3955270 at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! This engine Casting number is usually found at the rear of the block on the left or drivers side on top of the bellhousing flange. Heres the bad part its already . it will not be a side oiler. 20 Notes: This block was used for all 409 applications in 1963. There are numbers on that list that never existed. Dec 18, 2009 · It needs two sleeves. Well just pull my BBC out of my 69 Camaro, the last owner said it was a 454 solid cam +30, found out different 427 block 1969 #3963512 4-bolt, Steel crank #7115, TRW lightweight pistons 12. 1626 posts · Joined 2000. 1972 402 block casting number Oct 2, 2009 · help Casting numbers BBC 427. Rob Keller Discussion starter. Oct 31, 2002 · The 3855961 block was used for early '66 427/390 Corvettes; what is the casting date and the stamped numbers on the front pad? [Modified by JohnZ, 10:39 AM 11/1/2002] Feb 10, 2023 · Edit: After a quick Google search I found the 473478 CASTING NUMBER which is a 427 tall deck block used from 1977-1985 (possibly to 1990. 160 bore, 1-piece rear seal. Oct 29, 2012 · OLDSCHOOL68 Discussion starter. See full list on chevygeek. 2. Steve Christ's book is good, but the casting number charts for FE are total crap. 1U. Chevrolet Big Block Cylinder Head Casting Numbers. Aug 30, 2007 · If it don't have cross bolt mains on the #2 3 and 4 caps its not a 427. Block casting 3935439, suffix code IT (early production) Jan 8, 2007 · When asking yesterday about whether I could bore my 396 to a 427, a couple of you said to use the "old wooden pencil" trick. If your still interested call 570-447-5202. CHEVY CASTING NUMBERS. It is casting number 3869942 and the date code is B 2 6 which I think is Feb/66. Use these casting numbers to identify the crankshaft you have. Additionally, there were many different castings and two casting materials (cast iron and aluminum). 327 (Late) 3892657. only a "P" near the casting number. I have heard that on the 366 crank the 3rd counterweight is 3/4" thick, on the 396 the 3rd counterweight is 7/16", and on the 427 the 3rd counterweight is 7/8" due to the difference in weight of the pistons & rods. 3,906. bore but it will need bored due to some surface rust. . 40 block casting number 3946052. Last edited by derekderek; 04-06-2019 at 07:29 AM . $24. Std steel crank. Jun 24, 2011 · I left out the 406 and 427 because they are super rare and I very much doubt someone would put one in a truck. Trending at $24. The 1966 had two casting numbers: 3872702 represented the oval-port, closed-chamber head for the 390-hp version, while 3873858 specified the 427-hp version with closed chambers and rectangular ports. 3894374 Chey Big Block Tri-Power Intake Manifold. The casting number is 3904351, and it is located on the driver's side rear engine flange just above and forward of the bell housing. This Block is in excellent shape, $ call. the only engine code on a 69 corvette big block with a H is MH - a 427-390, (not a 400). Year. If you see (or don't see) anything that needs corrected or added, please e-mail me. 95. 470 bores to build a 502-inch engine. The suffix code is LP which is for a 69 Vette 427 435 tri power aluminum head motor. This ledge is below the deck of the block and the ledge forms the mating surface between the block and the transmission bellhousing. The casting number consists of 6, 7, or 8 digits without any letters. This is the only year this casting was used. 75 inches. 3902406. It is a 4" bore block, thus could have 302, 327, or 350 applications. (10) This 3963512 block dated October 15, 1969 has casting date on bell housing flange and is a warranty block. truck,1053,forging number 6223. Your number does not exist,I can only assume you misread it. It can be a bit hard to see with the ignition shielding in place but the numbers are fairly large. 060,tru decked 9. My Motor Has Been Milled So I Cant Refer To The Stamped Code To Verify Originality. This list shows pretty nearly all non-performance FE head casting numbers. The casting numbers look a bit off, but some builders tell me it looks fine. This is a 427 Chevrolet Aluminum block casting #3946052 dated 2-1-69. 250) BLOCK, CASTING # IS 3955270, DATE CODE IS J-18-8 (OCTOBER-18-1968),FRONT PAD T0929LR. 100 over and should be able to stay that way. Pics: Block# 3830814 Year used: 1963 Model: Passenger car Engine: 409 Horsepower: 340,400,425 Bore: 4. the letter is the decade C=60's, D=70's, the number will be the year. 1. Oct 30, 2011 · 406 was a larger bore block with a 390 stroke crank. Trending at $29. 0L V8s to follow, the L36 is the least powerful. That's not a weld. The stamped numbers on the PAD at top of block on Passenger side Front will be the only way to determine what that block started life out as without Engine Block & Head Casting Numbers ENGINE BLOCK NUMBERS . 060 and the bore is iffy. This engine also has the 352 cast into the front of the block, and all the FE's I presently own have the 352 mark ( 2 360's, 4 390's 2 428's ). frankk Discussion starter. This block has the "X" on the front. truck. If you have a 961 block that is 427+60 than they must of made 2 blocks with the same casting number. Likes: 11. The exclusions are the early 396 from 1965 to 1967 which has a channel machined on the rear journal. 19 intake, 1. Casting No 3946074 Mark IV, L88 Zl-1, aluminum, rectangular port, open chamber with 118cc. Sep 15, 2022 · The engine serial number in big and small Chevy engines is denoted by seven digits, each symbolizing a specific detail. 10051184 Small Block V8 4 bolt, Bow Tie, 4. I have a 427 side oiler block that I will be selling soon and I am trying to find out what the casting numbers mean. Ford FE Crankshaft Casting Numbers. Dec 19, 2006 · 7507 posts · Joined 2003. Note the valve clearance notch on the edge of the cylinder bore (396-ci engines only). 30 bore, 1-piece rear seal. The casting number on my 1966 is 3858174 which is identified as a 327 ci V8 block. I would like $1000 for it. 10 +. Jun 26, 2023 · 427 Casting number. If it is a stock internally balanced crank it could be a 396, 402 or 427. CASTING # AND DATE CODE ARE VERY NICE AND CLEAR. d. I didn't know if that meant a #2 pencil, carpenters pencil or what. The block has the Winters foundry "Snowflake" on the front of the block. Apr 16, 2022 · The format of the casting number on the block in the pic is consistent with the earlier blocks by 68 they had changed to a format that only had the 4 prefix digits a hyphen and then the suffix digits no 6015 usually,also a 68 427 block would be a sideoiler with 4 motor mount holes and a hump visible running just above the pan rail that is the side oiler passage. Aug 27, 2022 · Chevy L36 Big Block 427. i. Nov 28, 2022 · If you know all the ins and outs, then only this chart will help you identify everything you need to know. jmlay. Ford FE Casting Numbers Blocks. C1 & C2 Corvettes General C1 Corvette & C2 Corvette Discussion, Technical Info, Performance Upgrades, Project Builds, Restorations. 3855961. All 1955 and most 1956 Chevy V-8 engines used an engine plant stamp format like the following: 0I04563F56FG which breaks down to: 0I04563 = the sequence number of the engine F = the engine plant (Flint, Michigan) 56 = model year of engine production G = engine suffix code. Amateur Radio Operator K2NS. 1969-1972 402 block casting number 3969854. Loaded in 1 ms. Feel free to reach out with any further questions. Police Interceptor & Cobra Jet. Sep 16, 2019 · C3 Corvette Casting Numbers for Blocks, Heads, Intakes and Exhaust Manifolds Engine Type Block Cylinder Head Intake Exhaust Manifold (LH) 427 - 390 HP (Early Sep 27, 2018 · Decoding this casting number says 1969 (C9) design date, Lincoln Continental (V), Engine (E), revision A, and according to the guide, belongs to a 429 or 460 cubic-inch big-block Ford with 2-bolt mains. Casting No 14044861 Mark IV, aluminum, rectangular port, open chamber with 106cc . Jan 9, 2008 · The casting number 3955270 blocks are 427 but had a relatively short run - between Aug '68 and early Oct '68. My old trusted "How to rebuild your big block chevy" reference book does not list this block number as a big block chevy. One casting that will at least tell you the date of the block is the small date casting between the filter pad and oil pan on the bottom side of the block. The Block Casting Number designates veries information of the block such as the displacement, the year of production, 2 or 4 bolt main, and also vehicle application. 7139 posts · Joined 2004. #270 THIS IS A 1969 427 4-BOLT STANDARD BORE (4. Chevy Big-Block V8 Crankshaft Casting Numbers BBC Two-Piece Rear Main Oil Seals 3. Block casting number 3955270. '68-'69 428 c. Used on 396ci, 402ci, 366ci truck, 427ci truck, and 454ci truck. It was done at the time the block was cast as an easy identification for the C5AE-H 427 block. It is fresh bored . CASTING A 366 block cannot be bored out to 427. FE cylinder heads are identifiable by their casting number and date code. R. If they don’t melt, then it’s 427. 50 Rod Journal: 2. There are May 12, 2011 · C1 & C2 Corvettes - help decoding 427 block - I am looking at a 427 block for sale and am hoping for some help decoding the block. 3963512 454 71 Corvette 365, 425 HP. Im curious what it may be worth and what i should pay. 060, Hyd cam, #3873858 rectangle port 106. THIS BLOCK ALSO HAS THE BIG OIL GALLEY HOLES OVER THE OIL FILTER. 0L head. CASTING # 327 3858174. 1975-87. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database. 3/8 dimple rods resized with arp bolts small end bushed. 212134) ,file fit rings. 1401544. Is this a good block to build up? It isnt a bad piece to build. Aug 17, 2009 · 69 427/435. 9 closed chamber heads. 060" overbore,but more then that is a crapshoot and you will need The block casting number on smallblock and big block Chevy V-8 motors is located on a ledge found at the rear of the block, most often on the driver's side. 118. However, there's a lot of cool info on tall deck engines HERE. This was a transition block between the 3935439 casting and the 3963512 cast 427's. Small Block Casting numbers Jun 17, 2023 · For Sale: Rare Original 1969 Chevrolet 427 Aluminum ZL1 Engine Block with GM casting number 3946052. The 427 will have cross bolt mains. 250 let alone 4. Chevy Casting Number identification including Block casting numbers, cylinder head casting numbers, Crankshaft and intake casting numbers. Casting date I 25 8. #8 · Feb 9, 2005. a pic of the side of the block can verify this. I think it may have been a warranty engine. Here we have the venerable E7TE-PA 5. The L88 was a fire-breathing variant of GM’s 427 cubic-inch big-block lineup, which served as nothing short of a production race engine. FE & FT Big Block V8 (332, 352, 360, 390, 406, 410, 427, 428) - where are the Feb 19, 2016 · The “0538” version comes with 4. I can be reached at 330-770-2517 for any questions or pictures needed. The big-block 396-ci engine had rectangular-port, closed-chamber heads (casting number 3856208). 3931067 Chey Big Block Cast Iron 4 Barrel Spread Bore Intake Manifold. after about 1967 the block casting numbers don't appear on most blocks. What Is The Correct Block Casting Number For A 66 427 390 Hp Block. 52. Cylinders have some staining as shown with no ridge on the top. Compared to the other 7. This has a set of 074 GM aluminum heads ,GM aluminum Hi Rise intake and Original Motion valve covers on it. 3963512 454 73-75 Chevelle. 427/400 would be either a MJ or MK. The block has the Winters foundry Snowflake. 2nd and 3rd digits = month of the assembly. Thanks Again Dec 10, 2007 · The casting number on Chevy V8’s is located on the drivers side of the engine where the block is connected to the bellhousing. Location: Putnam Valley, New York. 19. ” Oct 17, 2006 · F. C1 & C2 Corvettes. Well actually have II 7115 cranks but ones in a 1969 L-88 512 4 bolt casting CE9 short block,original rods and pistons. 88 exhaust. In this case I can't help on the XXY. 00-4. I’m looking to buy this 427 block below, but before I do I am asking the machine shop to magnaflux and hot tank this engine. The casting number is on the right (passenger) side of the block, in the front. It was used in both passenger cars and Corvettes. The block is dated 1975 (J1575)on the right rear above the bellhousing. Also, the detail description is lacking, but the intent was to find the casting numbers, not precisely describe it. 336782. 1967 427 Block Casting 3904351. Any letters cast near the 6,7 or 8 digit number are not part of the Casting number. Sep 3, 2005 · C4AE 6015-A date code 3L19 looks to be an early block with only two motor mount bolt bolt holes on each side. 3963512 427 69 Corvette Late 69. XBOLT427FE. 427/390, manual trans, transistor ignition. May 10, 2009 · FE & FT Big Block V8 (332, 352, 360, 390, 406, 410, 427, 428) - FE casting numbers and markings - I pulled the motor out of a `66 T- BIRD to put in my `71 F-250 and I`m curios about the numbers on it. RECTANGULAR PORT - Valve size 2. Casting # BBC Cylinder Head Casting Numbers 427 . 78 its a 390 or a 427. Double check it should be 3869942 427 1966 corvette,passenger 390 and 425hp. Officially rated at 430 HP, the L88 was capable of propelling its C2 host to previously unattainable performance status. 289 posts · Joined 2011. Rectangular port Aluminum. Feb 8, 2009 · Gentlemen, I have a 3963512 block, cast date E 23 9 (May 23, 1969) which has stamping of TO527LR (May 27 build date, 427/435 iron heads, manual trans), and NO VIN derivative. $8,000. BIG BLOCK CHEVROLET CASTING NUMBERS Engine Blocks Heads Rectangular Port Aluminum 427 454 335hp, 385hp, 390hp,400hp 345hp, 360hp, 390hp 3993820 1970 - 71 Mar 2, 2020 · That will only give you an indication of the stroke, since the 396,402 and 427 share the same crankshaft stroke. 427. Not much for the street, don't know if it is a vette IIRC, Ford used a modular mold assembly during the casting process, and sometimes mold sections from different engines got used together because they still interchanged to some degree, which is why we see cross-bolt pilot holes in non-427 blocks and the "66-427" block backs on otherwise plain FEs. Should It Be A 2 Or 4 Bolt. Jul 29, 2004 · If its an FE, the casting numbers won't tell you the displacement. So here it is! Casting Number. 3,8,5,6,9 can all be confused with each other. Nov 22, 2010 · BBC Engine Block Casting Numbers Casting # Year CID Comments 340220 1972-76 427 tall truck 345014 1974-86 454 truck 346236 1974-76 454 215, 2 bolt 359070 1974-90 454 truck 361959 1973-85 454 car & truck 364776 1968-84 427 tall truck 364779 1968-88 366 tall truck May 8, 2011 · Below is a link to a huge photo, (read as 'takes a long time to load') that shows the casting number in question. Casting Number/Date For Original Big Block Chevy V8 Blocks Codes. I figure if it is counterfeit the numbers will melt away when it’s hot tanked. 330865: ’68 through ’84 oval Details for 3963512. fairfax1000, Slink and fast_in_muskoka. 50 Main Journal: 2. 1UA. Cubic-inch displacement. 3869942. 8,line honed with arp studs. Chevy L88 Part Numbers. Aug 9, 2020 · 1968-69 ZL1 tall deck standard bore 4. CASTING Jan 14, 2003 · Re: 427 Block casting number (67435animal) :iagree: My Cars & Parts catalog of Chevy V-8 Casting numbers says casting #3855961 was used in 65-67 passenger cars as a 396CI 325 HP engine with 2 bolt mains. The block is . 4 bolt mains (casting number may also be 14015445) 3716323. 3963569 Chey Big Block Aluminum 4 Barrel Square Bore Intake Manifold. The cylinder walls are roughly equivalent in thickness for the same heat dissipation. Jun 26, 2012 · Apparently the 961 396/427 are the same block, cast in the same location, mold and heavier than newer blocks. What's killing me is the suffix code, it is T02262CW. 3964290 69 427/390 & 400 & 70 454/390 The definitive rectangular port, cast iron, big-block head is casting number 6272990, (or 14096188), which was once available Oct 12, 2006 · I looked up the Block Casting#: (3955270) and it appears to be the block casting for the following: 3955270 1969 427 2/4 335, 390, 400, 425, 430, 435 Corvette, passenger - So with that said I believe we are looking at an L-71 I believe L-88 the L-88 had a cast number of 3946052 1969 427 4 ZL-1, aluminum, Camaro, Corvette Item Description: For Sale: Rare Original 1969 Chevrolet 427 Aluminum ZL1 Engine Block with GM casting number 3946052. 70. Horsepower was directly affected by the size of the Sep 12, 2019 · There is definitely nothing between the 25 and the H except for a space. Despite both factors, Ford produced one basic cylinder head for the MEL with slight variations. Some would use this as is and others would have it bored. #2 · Nov 19, 2007. If it is a 69 big block, MH is the only code I have found. Can ship if you cannot pick up. Hello. 030 over. The good old pencil between the cylinders through the freeze plug hole has never been wrong and my 961 will let the pencil through so it won't go to 4. Needs sleeves installed. the head numbers Sep 18, 2014 · Member Since: Jul 2005. In raw form FE blocks pretty much all look the same so foundry workers used letters literally scratched into the sand casting cores in the bell housing area to tell the different types. 10051182 Small Block V8 2 bolt, Bow Tie block, 3. '69-'70 428 c. Casting No 12363401 Mark IV, aluminum, rectangular port, open chamber with 118cc. Jun 16, 2008 · Wasn't the 1969 ZL1/L-88 Forged steel nitrated cross drill crank casting number 7115 and 69 Copo L72 427 cranks 6223? By the way I have one of those 7115 cranks ,STD. I hope it helps you identify the Chevrolet engine parts you are working on. 6269318. View Big Block Engine Casting Codes Select BB Casting Group ALL Block Codes 348/409 396/402 427 454 502 Dec 23, 2002 · I am unable to identify a Chevrolet engine block with casting number 361959. 5:1 compression. 8. Casting numbers are found under the valve cover. While you can buy the parts individually, matching the existing parts with the following part numbers could give you a good idea if the L88 is real or not. CYLINDER HEAD NUMBERS. 1L uses a different firing order, and the later Fuel injection CAMs don’t have a fuel pump drive. It is still std. This is a complete list of Big Block BBC block casting numbers 340220 1972-76 427 tall truck 345014 1974-86 454 truck 346236 1974-76 454 215, 2 bolt 359070 1974-90 454 truck 361959 1973-85 454 car & truck 364776 1968-84 427 tall truck 364779 1968-88 366 tall truck 473478 1968-84 427 tall Jun 23, 2002 · It's just the block casting number: 3963512 427 68-69 Pass 385, 425 HP. Received 170 Likes on 122 Posts. 3963512 454 70 Corvette, Pass 360, 390 HP. Feel free to reach out with any futher questions. 060 or less. I found a 69 427 complete engine casting #3963512 date code by flywheel K 7 9 HI PERF and is 4 bolt main. The casting code reads C6ME- and there`s a letter A made by a grease pencil or something just above the lifter The 3959512 SB casting (not to be confused with the 3963512 427 casting) was mainly used for warranty / service blocks, though it did have very limited production usage in 69 engines. 427: 2-Bolt or 4-Bolt: 3892657: 302 or 327 or 350: 2-Bolt: 3896944: 283: 2 Jul 20, 2004 · BBC 427T Casting 340220 68-85 4Bolt. For example, there is also an E7TE big-block Ford cylinder head, with the revision identifier of “BD. HP/RPO/Remark. 88. there will be 2 more letters that follow ie RKX PREMIUM 2. One thing to note, is that due to the general numbering scheme of Ford’s casting numbers, you can have the same major casting number, for two completely different applications. I know that Chevy Casting Numbers are on several sites on the World Wide Web but I thought it would be a good idea to list them here too. This was required on 396-ci engines to provide clearance for larger performance valves. It isnt anything exotic,and it wont do much that a good 454 block wont do. $13. Below is the meaning of each of the letters and numbers in the engine serial number: 1st letter = assembly factory. 454. . 250-inch finished bores to support 427- and 454-cubic-inch engines, while the “0540” block has larger-diameter 4. #8 · Dec 20, 2006. RON. Big-Block Chevy Cylinder Head Casting Numbers. This block was also used for the Z-11 427 engine. I have a 1966 396 casting #3855961 2 bolt block. Dec 6, 2023 · The three different engine designs used in first generation Camaros all required different cylinder heads: the in-line six-cylinder (L6), the small block V8 (SBC), and the big block V8 (BBC). tall truck. look for casting numbers on the block on the lower right side that will start with one letter followed a number ie CXXX . 330864: ’68 through ’84 oval port, open chamber, 2. 310. 5 its a 352; 3. #2 · Oct 29, 2012. Yes it is CW and I can't find it in any book. See the chart on page 31 for Chevrolet big-block casting numbers and the blocks they represent. Ed. The casting number (bottom arrows) is almost never the same as the Ford part number. The decks are thicker on the truck blocks,but the cylinder walls arent. Available from 1966-1969 for Corvette applications only. 10036033 Small Block V8 350, 4-bolt, Goodwrench crate engine, 2-piece rear seal. I am looking at a 3869942 block with 4 bolt mains. 427, 2 bolt or 4 bolt Big Block V8: Date: 1969: Notes: 427, 2 bolt or 4 bolt: Added to DB: December 25, 2010 (4870 days ago) Loaded in 1 ms. Each Here’s a 1968 396 cylinder block (casting number 3916323). these number I know make it a 427 - 390 or 425hp block and casting date works out to Jan 22, 1966 witch would work for my car Apr 12, 2014 · Chevrolet Engine Block Casting Numbers. kv gp ee pu ce jd gu sb zn sp