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Old Sep 14, 2007 | 11:53 PM
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Could I get some expert help please. I bought a 1976 vette and was trying to figure out what the motor was in it and heres what I got. This is the number that is stamped on the passenger side of the motor in the front below the head TII27DRH and the number below that is 19N538478 could you tell what year the motor is and the cubic inch and horsepower. Thanks in advance
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What's the VIN number? Only 2 choices in 76'. L-48 165 HP code 'L' or L-82 210 HP code 'X'. Fifth digit in VIN is engine code. All are 350 cubic inch small blocks.

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Look for engine code identification on drivers side block aft of head. Post above shows three letter codes used if engine year is the same as vehicle. (Ex. CKX)
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the vin number is 1Z37L6S441951
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If i'm reading this right it looks like a 170hp 350 out of a 79 F or B body
(camaro, Impala)
http://www.nastyz28.com/gm-chevy-cod...s-suffix-4.php
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Thanks TO YA GUYS THIS IS WHY I LOVE THIS FORUM YOU GUYS RULE
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Originally Posted by hwcoop
If i'm reading this right it looks like a 170hp 350 out of a 79 F or B body
(camaro, Impala)
http://www.nastyz28.com/gm-chevy-cod...s-suffix-4.php
170HP !!!! Man, does that need to be pulled out quick, and a nice aftermarket motor put in!!!!
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