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Old Jun 15, 2024 | 03:03 PM
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I inherited a 1961 corvette, I believe my father changed the engine is it possible to tell what engine is in the car?
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Yes. The first thing to check is the block casting number and casting date which can be found on the back of the block where the bellhousing onto trans mounts. The casting number can be found on the drivers side. Then on the passenger side on the front next to the water pump mounting in the stamp pad. There should be numbers and letters stamped on there. Post all you can find along with pictures.
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You found the casting number and firing order on the intake.
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Here is some info on where to find the numbers you need to identify the engine
https://www.mortec.com/
https://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Category:GM
I'll try to find more info to post for you
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Here is some sites to guide you to the ##s
https://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Category:GM
https://www.mortec.com/
Specifically, you need the numbers on the pad on the passenger's side of the engine at the front and the casting numbers and date on the rear flange where the bellhousing bolts on to help find what engine you have.
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Thank you, I’ll see if I can find them!
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