WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Looking for a 1972 350 block in any usable condition. Needs to be casting #3970010 with a April (D) date code.

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

I have one of those blocks. Were is the date code located?

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

The date code is on the back of the block Where the bell housing bolts to. It’s to the right side of the casting number towards the passenger side. Starts with a letter and has 3-4 digits following it

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Here

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

I believe that above image is where it could be located on newer blocks but this is where it should be located on the older 350’s

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

ive seen either in both places

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

the one I have is casting #3970010, date code D211, front pad code: V0422TBD, the backhand front have the 010/020 designations.

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Thanks for the reply but unfortunately that’s a year too early for what I’m looking for. The date and suffix indicate a 71 block

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Came out of a running 72 jimmy

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Attachment 2065620

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Came out of a running 72 jimmy

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Thanks Tmend but I’m going to have to pass on that as well. That date doesn’t work for what I’m looking for

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Okay no worries I have a 72 k5 and will be pulling engine soon. Currently driving as daily but purchased crate engine. I will check those numbers tonite.

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Ok great let me know. Thanks for doing that!

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

To dark by the time I get home boss. If still needed I’ll try and get them Saturday. Tried to today and along with no sunlight it’s in a tight spot

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Not to hijack, just want to also point out some engines have the date code on the passenger side of the block next to the motor mount area and not on the rear flange as we normally see. I am not sure if this is only specific to St Catherines engines.

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

ttt

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Sorry boss looks like I struck out twice.. lol
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Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

All good I appreciate that you even looked!

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Do you care about 2 bolt vs 4 bolt main, or just that the date code is correct?

I have a few '72 truck and car blocks but I'll have to go digging in my shed

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

I would prefer 4 bolt but I’m flexible on that as long as the casting and dates are correct. Let me know what you have. Thanks

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Struck out. Looks like mine are mostly late ‘71 castings.

I’ll keep an eye out for you, always coming across things.

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Bump

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Bump. Still looking

Re: WTB: 1972 sbc 350 block
 

Ttt