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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 05:03 PM
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Hi all,

This may be a dumb question ... but, how can I determine if the motor that is in my '66 is the original block? I can see (FO32IHE) on the passenger side on the front side of the block.

I have had the car for over 18 years and I am now in a position to get it back to stock.

Any thoughts??

THANKS!
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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 06:24 PM
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HE suffix indicates 327/300hp with manual transmission. Do the last 5 digits on the other stamp on the pad match the last 5 digits of the VIN?
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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 07:07 PM
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The F is Flint Michigan, the 0321 is March (third month), 21st day. That is the assembly date of the motor. The HE suffix, as mentioned is 327/300 HP with manual trans. What is the engine casting number, the engine casting date, AND what are the other numbers on the pad? Chuck
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Old Oct 8, 2002 | 10:23 PM
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Thanks all, I looked again and found that the other numbers match the last five digits if the SN#. Good News!

Sorry for the stupid question,

Mike
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Old Oct 9, 2002 | 02:18 AM
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Doesn't sound like a stupid question to me, Mike. It sounds like you just confirmed what you wanted to know. Congrats and welcome to the Corvette Forum!!
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