cj7tenn

where are the numbers on the block to see if its it original motor?
Will they match the vin or other #s on the body?
thanks!

bobs77vet

i think its the last 5 number should match the vins last 5 numbers do a search on this and you will find pictures exactly where to look....let me see if i can find one for you

lots of good info in here

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...g&forum_id=119

ksbunting

On the front of the engine on the passenger side where the head meets the engine block there will be a machined surface (called the pad) that contains the last 5 or 6 digits of your VIN AND also another (separate) number that denotes where the engine was made (starts with a V for flint Michigan or a T for Tonawanda), numbers that denote the build date of the motor, and a suffix that tells the options that came with the motor.
Mine reads V327HP which denotes a small block engine built in Flint Michigan on March 27 and HP are the initials for the L&( 350 horsepower motor with Power Brakes, Power steering and A/C.
If you find the numbers, many on this forum have the books to decipher them for you and will be glad to help.
Kurt

cj7tenn

Thanks... I have it up right now to change a starter and its a great time to look.....Let you know in a while.

cj7tenn

the last numbers match the vin on the body. Can anyone please tell me what all the numbers mean?...thanks
im trying to post a pic of the numbers, it tells me I cant post attachments......email me if you can post it for me.
rtdmonst1@hotmail.com

cj7tenn

how about if i just write the numbers...2 lines of numbers, top line, V0910zDD bottom line, 7BS403872

cj7tenn

btt

Mike Ward

V0910ZDD means that your engine was built in the Flint engine plant (V) on September 10th (0910) and is the engine spec for a non-California 1981 Corvette L81 engine and automatic transmission. (ZDD) This stamp was added at the engine plant.

The other number is the VIN derivative that was stamped on the engine pad during final car assembly.