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Old 12-26-2013, 10:36 AM   #10
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Re: Chevy Six Cylinder Casting Numbers

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Originally Posted by Carl Spangler View Post
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My 1971 C10 (SPID indicates a base engine 250 ci) block has a date code of A 71 (perhaps Jan 7, 1971). The block # is 3994257 which doesn't show up on any of the listed resources. Any idea how I can authenticate this motor #? Oh, it's a Fremont build. thanks JohnG
Stovebolt forum indicates it's more than likely a 250 cubic inch. The 230 and 250 blocks have the same cylinder dimensions but the cranks are different giving the 250 the larger displacement. Only way to make absolutely sure is to dismantle and check.
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