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Old 07-08-2013, 03:12 AM   #1
kikkegek
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some help decoding my "new" engine

he guys, picked up a "new" engine here in the Netherlands an need some help confirming my info on the engine.

casting info:

INTAKE:
GM 3965577
Cast #: 3965577
CID/HP: 350
Year: 70
Type: 300/350HP, Corvette, Camaro, Nova, Chevelle, Cast Iron


HEADS:
3932441....69-70...350..........76cc chambers

http://www.fastnuf.com/Headguide.html
Rank: 7
Cast #: 3932441
Good Points: ‘69-’70, large chambers (73cc), some have steam holes for 400 blocks, ports decent, accessory bolt holes
Bad Points: No 2.02/1.60 valve versions from factory

ENGINE:
Years 1969-79
Casting: 3970010 CID: 350
Low Power: 185
High Power: 370
Main Caps: 2 or 4
Comments: car, truck, Vette

Castingdate:
E190
E = May
19 = de 19e
0 = 1970

ENGINE FRONT PASSENGER
V0526TAX
V Flint plant
05 May
26 day
TAX: betekent:
Year: 1970
CID: 350
HP: 255
BBL: 4
Appl: convfwd cabs, a/t - C-10 to 3500


is my info correct?

it seems like a complete 1970 sportscar engine. but I can seem to figur out what the "convfwd cabs, a/t" means.

I get all kinds of descriptions pointing to chevy step vans, vans, etc...because fwd would mean fwd controls...

here are some pics:
engine casting 3970010


date code engine E190


another casting on the rear top of engine:


some numbers just above oil filter on side of engine:


engine suffix code: V0526TAX


intake casting: 3865577


heads casting: 3932 41 F250
head on driver side says 3932441


carb number: 1406


carb brand: WEBER
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