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Old Jul 27, 2013 | 08:39 PM
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I am looking at an engine with casting # 3782870 and all i got on the stamping was FOII6S
could i get some help identifying this engine please

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Old Jul 27, 2013 | 08:51 PM
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S is the suffix used with powerglide automatic cars.

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62-64 Impala, 327 250HP and like Chuck said Powerglide.
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the guy selling this says its from a 64 Corvette,,, but like a wise man said in this forum,, most sellers say they are from a Corvette
its nice to have access to the knowledge from you guys
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It could also have been an over the counter replacement shortblock. Its a great restoration block for someone with a 64 w/powerglide.

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