3109 posts · Joined 2010. #2 · Jan 18, 2011 (Edited) .060 is the max safe overbore. Don't go all the way to 60 over for the first build though. Go 30 over this time and then 10 over for each rebuilt after. If you go 60 over now then when it comes time to rebuild you will be screwed and have to buy a new block. Like.Aug 26, 2022 · 3959538 - 327 CID, 2-bolt main, Chevy II recessed oil filter, # used for some Chevy II "CE" replacement blocks 3970010 - 302 CID, 1969, 4-bolt main, "Z-28 Camaro" block For sale!! 70s Chevy small block aluminum heads, roller rockers, ARP fasteners, performer intake, .040 bore.. crane cam.Chevy Casting Number identification including Block casting numbers, cylinder head casting numbers, Crankshaft and intake casting numbers. ... 3970010. 69-79. 302/350. car & Truck 2 & 4-Bolt Most common. 3970014. 68-79. 350. car & Truck 2 & 4-Bolt. 3970020. 69-73. 307. car & Truck 2-bolt. 3970024. 69-73. 307.Casting Number 3970010 Manufacturer Chevrolet Category Engine Blocks Type Small Block V8 Date 1969-1980 Notes 350, 2 bolt or 4 bolt . 75 Nova Custom 75 Nova Base.Chevy Casting Number identification including Block casting numbers, cylinder head casting numbers, Crankshaft and intake casting numbers. ... 3970010. 69-79. 302/350 ...Am trying to get info on my small block chevy. Casting number is 3970010. Stamped numbers are V0205ZAH and 19S423482. Near as l can find out through the internet l have an engine manufactured in 1979 to be installed in a 1980 Vette. The internet only shows ZAD, then jumps to ZAK, NOTHING FOR ZAH.Loaded in 1 ms.. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.2,506 casting numbers in the database.Chevy Small Block Engine Casting Codes. The Engine Block Casting code is one of the best ways to identify a Chevy engine block. This Casting number is usually found at the rear of the block on the left or drivers side on top of the bellhousing flange. Choose Group to View Engine Block Codes.Product Summary. 350. Complete rebuild assembly kit for 1969-Up Small Block Chevy Engines. New high tech, internal balanced, fatigue resistant 80-60-06 cast steel crank with near forged endurance. These 5140 forged steel claimer I-beam connecting rods - Press fit style wrist pin bore. Keith Black economy pistons feature coated skirts, wrist pin ...The 3970010 number on a 350 was found on the back of your block. Its a base number for that cubic inch motor. Its been there on multiple years of 350. It is also used for all kinds of applications from light cars to heavy duty trucks. all with different compression. There is no way to get compression ratios with that number. Use the …SBC 350 V8 ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK 3970010 2 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 30 OVER. Pre-Owned. 1 product rating. $749.99. camaro-parts-world (26,333) 99.9%. Was: $999.99 25% off. or Best Offer. Freight. SBC 350 V8 ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN MJ21800 MADE IN MEXICO GM 2.Is My Chevy A 350 With This Casting Number 3970010? Hi chevy70 . just like the boys are saying, it all depends on which crank (stroke) you are using. I have two …3970010 Detail - Casting Numbers .info: engine blocks, heads, and more. Loaded in 1 ms. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.The 3970010 block casting number was used from 1969-1979.... But the "AAB" code narrows it down to the 1976 model C-60 (big truck chassis) like a grain truck, heating oil delivery truck, Fire tanker truck, etc. So block is a 1976. Listed as 8.5-1, but will actually measure out a bit lower than that, more like 8.1-8.2:1.Join Date: Mar 2009. Location: Booneville,Ms. Posts: 505. 350 sbc question? 3970010 How much HP? Ok I have a 3970010 block and on the back of it where the flexplate goes its got 010 stamped on it with 020 right under it. It's a 4 bolt block and I just bought another one and its got the same stampings but this one runs and I was wondering about ...If you’re in the market for a new or used Chevrolet vehicle, it’s important to find a reputable dealership near you. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to choos... Re: Engine Casting Block #3970010. 02-12-06 09:07 PM - Post# 873994. In response to joeysworld. The difference is the suffix code on the block. Could be a 145 HP 350 from a 1975 caprice. Could be a DZ 302. The difference is the code on the front of the passenger side. Just above where the water pump bolts. Small Block Chevrolet. LB=Long Block ... 70 0-B-24 3970010 350 2 SB KO304CNV, canadian 70 D-2-0 3970010 350 2 BB VO406CNN ... Loaded in 1 ms.. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.2,506 casting numbers in the database. SBC 350 V8 ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK 3970010 2 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 30 OVER. Pre-Owned. 1 product rating. $749.99. camaro-parts-world (26,333) 99.9%. Was: $999.99 25% off. or Best Offer. Freight. SBC 350 V8 ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN MJ21800 MADE IN MEXICO GM 2. Re: Engine Casting Block #3970010. 02-12-06 09:07 PM - Post# 873994. In response to joeysworld. The difference is the suffix code on the block. Could be a 145 HP 350 from a 1975 caprice. Could be a DZ 302. The difference is the code on the front of the passenger side. Just above where the water pump bolts. The engine serial number in big and small Chevy engines is denoted by seven digits, each symbolizing a specific detail. Below is the meaning of each of the letters and numbers in the engine serial number: 1st letter = assembly factory. 2nd and 3rd digits = month of the assembly. 4th and 5th digits = day of the assembly.Small block Chevy 4 bolt main 010 engine block. Has been cleaned and checked. Has new ARP main bolts with it. TFS stamped should be originally out of 79-82 truck or van. ... Chevy 3970010 Small Block 350 Engine Bare Block 4 Bolt ARP Main Bolts Standard. TG Motorsports net (18346) 78.9% positive; Seller's other items Seller's other items;Chevy’s First-Generation Small-Block V8 Casting Numbers. 10036033 Small Block V8 350, 4-bolt, Goodwrench crate engine, 2-piece rear seal. 10051182 Small Block V8 2 bolt, Bow Tie block, 3.75-4.30 bore, 1-piece rear seal. 10051184 Small Block V8 4 bolt, Bow Tie, 4.00-4.160 bore, 1-piece rear seal.For this block, it would be the '69 only. If "original" heads '69 302 heads 3947041 but, also used on the '69 350. 3970010 was a common block used from '69 to '80 on the 350. Your best bet, quickest way to find out, research the block date code and engine id# on block, if not decked. I have two of these blocks 3970010 4bm myself.Block Casting Number = 3970010; 1969-1979, 302/350 cid, car & Truck, 2 & 4-Bolt Mains, 4 Bolt Most common. This covers a huge array of engines. An interesting thing happened in Chevy plants sometime during the 1971 model year production; early in 1970, Congress past a law requiring all U.S. auto manufacturers to standardize the Partial …Don't forget to follow us on Facebook, and if you run a website or write for a blog, please link to our site! Chevy V8 Casting Number Locations. Chevy V8 SBC Block and Head Casting Numbers. Chevy V8 BBC Block and Head Casting Numbers. Chevy V8 "W" Motor 348-409 Casting Numbers. Chevy V8 Crankshaft Casting Numbers.My 3970010 350 block is a 10 and I'm sure it'll wear just fine as most blocks of that era were 10's. '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water …3932386, 3956618, 3970010 were used for the 69 DZ block and were all 4 bolt blocks. All the above block casting numbers were ALSO used for 327 motors. ... A forum community dedicated to Chevrolet Chevelle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about restorations, builds, performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting ...CHEVY 350 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 E-22-6 CHS STD BORE GOOD BUILDER. ENGINE BLOCK - CRANKSHAFT STD/STD - NEW .030 FLAT TOP PISTONS USA. AND RECONDITIONED RODS. $900.00 ALSO HAVE .040 and .060 PISTONS USA. AVAILABLE. post id: 7729415770. posted: 2 months ago. updated: 11 days ago.Re: how much can a 3970010 block handle, it has the 010 high nickel casting. From what I've been able to gather a factory block is usually safe (with good prep, splayed 4 bolt caps, etc) to 600 horse. Have heard of a few that have gone to 700 or more, but it starts getting risky IMO over 600. Somewhere above 600 the factory blocks can …Nov 22, 2004 · My 3970010 350 block is a 10 and I'm sure it'll wear just fine as most blocks of that era were 10's. '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water pump, Holley ... Block Casting Number: 3970010 which from what I can tell means: 1969-1979 350 185-370hp 2 or 4 car,truck,vette Engine Suffix code: CMJ 1974 350 T400 police - full size car ... Means: 1976 chevy, oshawa The carburetor number is 17058114 Rochester, 49 state 2bbl, auto trans 1976-1979.1548 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 6, 2015 (Edited) For years I have seen certain Chevy small block cylinder blocks, the ones with the "010/020" cast into the timing recess and behind the bellhousing flange, referred to as "high nickel" blocks. I have heard various renditions of the 010/020 designation meaning that the block has 10% nickel ...For this block, it would be the '69 only. If "original" heads '69 302 heads 3947041 but, also used on the '69 350. 3970010 was a common block used from '69 to '80 on the 350. Your best bet, quickest way to find out, research the block date code and engine id# on block, if not decked. I have two of these blocks 3970010 4bm myself.Moreover, since our sources indicate that the 3970010 block debuted in about April of 1969, an October-dated 3970010 block seemingly could not have been used in a 1969 model vehicle (GM factories tended to switch over from one model year of production to the next model year in July each year. Hence, an October of 1969 component would …Join Date: Mar 2009. Location: Booneville,Ms. Posts: 505. 350 sbc question? 3970010 How much HP? Ok I have a 3970010 block and on the back of it where the flexplate goes its got 010 stamped on it with 020 right under it. It's a 4 bolt block and I just bought another one and its got the same stampings but this one runs and I …Re: Engine block code 3970010 and suffix TBF. 03-11-04 09:48 AM - Post# 407727. In response to Destructo. The 010 that people refer to is the number under the timing chain cover, not the last three digits of the casting number. This engine, based on the suffix code you provided "TBF" came from either a 1970 Chevy 2wd truck which originally had ...Chevy engine numbers are serial numbers located on the engine lock of Chevrolet vehicles. These number contain valuable information about where and when the engine was manufactured...1 post · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 3, 2008. I have recently aquired a chevy small block and I'm having trouble finding out exactly what it is. I have found Four numbers. 3970010 along with "hecho en mexico" on the back drivers side. 254 on the back passenger side. 010 on the drivers side in front of the oil filter. and the engine code is "MK01800."The first place we typically look is the casting number on the back of the block. There are dozens of numbers used from 1955 through the ’90s, but there are a few standouts that indicate a performance engine. Common casting numbers for performance engines include 3970010, but ours reads 3956618, another great number to put in your memory bank.The Chevy 6.0 liter small block engine is an eight-cylinder engine aligned in the V formation and is called the Vortec L96. As of 2015, it is used primarily in Chevy’s heavy-duty t...Mar 31, 2024 ... Comments13 · 408 CI SMALL BLOCK CHEVY, PROJECT SLEEPER: DYNO TEST!!! WILL IT MAKE POWER??? · 5.3 Engine Assembled with DOD Delete and Bigger Cam (&nb...GM engine block # 3970010 was used as early as 1968 on some 327ci engines. From 1969-1979 it was a 350ci engine. It could be a 2 or 4 bolt block used in cars, trucks and even corvettes.The casting number is 3970010. And on the machined pad in front of the passenger side cylinder head has these stamped onto the pad - 14W200 and a larger stamped ID V 2 on the pad. ... Engine Identification in my 55 chevy Today, I pulled off the headers off the engine and I measured the stroke with a pipe cleaner. I did this several time to ...22 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Jul 19, 2012. No it isn't. There is no date code or clock on rear of the engine. One forum quoted that GM moved date codes to the side of the block in the 70's. This is passenger side between the core plugs. Block code (in the usual place) confirmed as 3970010 "M" code next to this. Details for 3970010. Manufacturer. Chevrolet. Category. Engine Blocks. Type. Small Block V8. Date. 1969-1980. These two numbers are the casting number and engine ID code. As the name infers, the casting number is cast into the block when the block itself is cast. This casting number will denote engine displacement, 2 or 4 bolt main caps, application year or year range, and often any specific application notes. These casting numbers are well known and ...YEARS : CASTING : CID: LOW POWER: HIGH POWER : MAIN CAPS: COMMENTS: 1980-85 : 140029 : 350--2: car: 1973-80 : 330817 : 400--2: car, truck: 1975 : 355909 : 262-- 2 ...Block is a 3970010 , opposite side of block is stamped G17 Has what I assume is an original 2 barrel intake. Block deck has the following codes: V0328CHK ... 18C122629 means=1=Chevy, 8=1968 probably, C=Southgate, Cal, a full size chevy plant IIRC, the rest are the last 6 of the VIN from the car it came out of. Leo PaughI just bought a chevy 350 as a builder. Complete long block for $100. Any way I got the motor out of a 1982 el camino. I don't think it was original, i.e. they only came with 305's that year, as far as I know. The casting number on the block is 3970010. From the stuff I read it could be a 1969 to 1979 350 2 or 4 bolt ( this one is a 2 bolt ).I was looking through my 1969 Camaro Reference Book and wrote down some numbers to look for which a couple of them were the intake manifold casting # 3932472 and the cylinder head casting # 3927186 like you mentioned. The other numbers were the distributor # 1111480 and the (3) possible engine casting #'s 3932386, 3956618, and 3970010.3932386, 3956618, 3970010 were used for the 69 DZ block and were all 4 bolt blocks. All the above block casting numbers were ALSO used for 327 motors. ... A forum community dedicated to Chevrolet Chevelle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about restorations, builds, performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting ...Aug 23, 2008 · Engine casting # 3970010--how to find the year. Thanks to some GREAT help, I found my engine casting number. By looking on the web pages some of you guys suggested, that number was used on 350's from '69 to '80 (also on '69 302's and '69 327's), both 2 and 4 bolt. 2. Car. 71 chevelle. May 22, 2020. #1. Hello everyone, I have had a smallblock chevy engine in storage for ten years. The casting number is 3970010, now according to the chart this engine can be a 302/327/ or a 350 . my question is is there any way to figure out what it is without knowing the stroke, thanks. N.3932386, 3956618, 3970010 were used for the 69 DZ block and were all 4 bolt blocks. All the above block casting numbers were ALSO used for 327 motors. ... A forum community dedicated to Chevrolet Chevelle owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about restorations, builds, performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting ...What year is a 350 Chevy engine with casting 3970010 and 15y146329? The back of the block will have a series of letters and numbers cast into it. That is what determines the date.Ok you have a 3970010 block, now look at the date code on the back of the block. If the date code is anything higher than 71 it is a 350. 68-70 it could be a 302, 327, …Chevrolet Engine Block Numbers. All engines are stamped with an engine ID code, consisting of assembly plant code, production date and suffix code. ... 3970010: 350: ...For sale!! 70s Chevy small block aluminum heads, roller rockers, ARP fasteners, performer intake, .040 bore.. crane cam.Fast shipping, item as described. A+++++ eBay seller, thanks! CHEVROLET 1971 350 STD 4.00' BORE 3970010 ENGINE BLOCK 2 BOLT CCA A F X BODY CAMARO CHEVELLE NOVA 350/307 /RF7/. Inventory is updated daily.Block is a 3970010 , opposite side of block is stamped G17 Has what I assume is an original 2 barrel intake. Block deck has the following codes: V0328CHK ... 18C122629 means=1=Chevy, 8=1968 probably, C=Southgate, Cal, a full size chevy plant IIRC, the rest are the last 6 of the VIN from the car it came out of. Leo PaughThanks. i ran a Hencho en Mexico 010 Block , had thicker Cylinder Walls than the USA 010 Blocks. stock GM Chevy 3.480" Crank Rod Journals turned down 2.000" small journal Carrillo 6.000 HBeam Rods. M55HV oil Pump Ed Hamburger Oil Pan full length kickout alum. 4.030x3.480. made 720 HP @ 9000 RPM. 483 TQ at 6700 RPM.1265 posts · Joined 2016. #4 · Apr 21, 2022. 350 truck motor – 4 bolt main VO217WK used in C10 to C35 trucks and industrial equipment came out of a MF combine. Built in Towanda, MI. Block 3956618 date B129 (Feb 12, 1969) Also used in 1969 302, 327, and 350. Heads 3927186 date: G318 (July 31, 1968) 64 cc, used on 69 302 SAVE FOR …R. Ray J Neal Discussion starter. 26 posts · Joined 2008. #6 ·May 16, 2008. Based on the suffix TJA I found it is one of two motors. 1973, 160hp conversion cab truck, or 1979, 165hp forward cab w/ AT. Based on the 3998991 heads (1972/1973) I would think it is the 160HP model. So Pretty much LOW compression motor.Nov 11, 2005. 8,399. living the dream in my own world... rwflather said: I also have a 3970010 block. It has the 010 and 020 on the back and front, so I also know it is a high tin/high nickel block. The casting date is I 3 9, so I assume it is late 69/early 70 block, and is a 4 blt main block.3109 posts · Joined 2010. #2 · Jan 18, 2011 (Edited) .060 is the max safe overbore. Don't go all the way to 60 over for the first build though. Go 30 over this time and then 10 over for each rebuilt after. If you go 60 over now then when it comes time to rebuild you will be screwed and have to buy a new block. Like.Sep 19, 2013 · Chevy’s First-Generation Small-Block V8 Casting Numbers. 10036033 Small Block V8 350, 4-bolt, Goodwrench crate engine, 2-piece rear seal. 10051182 Small Block V8 2 bolt, Bow Tie block, 3.75-4.30 bore, 1-piece rear seal. 10051184 Small Block V8 4 bolt, Bow Tie, 4.00-4.160 bore, 1-piece rear seal. $575.00. andrewduntov72 (2,944) 100% Buy It Now. +$225.00 shipping. 69 CHEVY DZ 302 Z28 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 E229 CAMARO 4 BOLT MAIN STD BORE MAGGED. …1548 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 6, 2015 (Edited) For years I have seen certain Chevy small block cylinder blocks, the ones with the "010/020" cast into the timing recess and behind the bellhousing flange, referred to as "high nickel" blocks. I have heard various renditions of the 010/020 designation meaning that the block has 10% nickel ...YEARS : CASTING : CID: LOW POWER: HIGH POWER : MAIN CAPS: COMMENTS: 1980-85 : 140029 : 350--2: car: 1973-80 : 330817 : 400--2: car, truck: 1975 : 355909 : 262-- 2 ...Jan 3, 2022 · GM engine block # 3970010 was used as early as 1968 on some 327ci engines. From 1969-1979 it was a 350ci engine. It could be a 2 or 4 bolt block used in cars, trucks and even corvettes. Casting number 3970010 is a common small block engine casting. It was used in 1968 on the 327 2-bolt engines used in the "A" body, and it was used as a 350 ... My 3970010 350 block is a 10 and I'm sure it'll wear just fine as most blocks of that era were 10's. '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water pump, Holley ...from Pot hole infested Western, New York. Ok you have a 3970010 block, now look at the date code on the back of the block. If the date code is anything higher than 71 it is a 350. 68-70 it could be a 302, 327, or 350. The 302 block had additional stamping that read DZ, most likely it is not a DZ block.Chevy II recessed oil filter boss, Used for some Chevy II CE replacement blocks: 3970010 : 69 : 302 : 4 : Z-28 Camaro : 3970010 : 69-80 : 327 : 2 : Trucks and industrial: 3970010 : … Loaded in 1 ms.. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.2,506 casting numbers in the database. Fresh 69 Camaro Z/28 302 DZ complete engine. This is the real deal, black casting # 3970010 casting date E 14 9 (May 14, 1969), engine pad stamp code V0527DZ (May 27). Cylinder heads casting # 3927186 casting date E 27 9 (May 27, 1969). More pictures and details coming soon. This is a great complete engine. Real four bolt main, correct original ...Get ratings and reviews for the top 7 home warranty companies in Chevy Chase, MD. Helping you find the best home warranty companies for the job. Expert Advice On Improving Your Hom... Small Block Chevy BLOCK # 3970010 Engine Block Casting Numbers This is probably the most common 4" bore SBC Block cast. It has been used in many different applications. Only way I know to be sure of 2 or 4 bolt mains is to pull pan.SBC BLOCK # 3970010 Engine Block Casting Numbers This is probably the most common 4" bore SBC Block cast. It has ... The Engine Suffix Code is stamped on a block pad located immediately forward of the right hand or passenger side cylinder head. The entire engine code contains the assembly plant, month and day along with the engine suffix code. The way I have the block sitting is the 4 bolt main caps are facing down. To the left side is the oil pump and …[email protected]. 9732 posts · Joined 2002. #3 · Aug 29, 2004. It is one of the many sb Chevies produced from 68 thru the late seventies, cast at the Saginaw Mi. gray iron foundry, assembled in Flint Mi. engine plant. They came in two or four bolt. Only way to be sure is pull the pan. NASTYGIRL's old man! All these are identified here. Quickly, A = Chevelle, F = Camaro, X = Nova. If you're looking at the engine code - this is already known. If you're looking at the casting # information and it mentions 3970010 "A/F/X/Y/B".... basically this means "it's used in everything", whereas if it simply states "Y"... this means Corvette. Decoding small ... Block Casting Number: 3970010 which from what I can tell means: 1969-1979 350 185-370hp 2 or 4 car,truck,vette Engine Suffix code: CMJ 1974 350 T400 police - full size car ... Means: 1976 chevy, oshawa The carburetor number is 17058114 Rochester, 49 state 2bbl, auto trans 1976-1979.Small/Big Block Chevy Engine Code Stamping Numbers. By Randy Worner. Small/big-block Chevy Engine code stamping numbers include the engine serial number …For sale!! 70s Chevy small block aluminum heads, roller rockers, ARP fasteners, performer intake, .040 bore.. crane cam.CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion; C1 & C2 Corvettes, 1953 - 1967; C1 & C2 Corvettes; ... Engine number: 3970010 Engine date: D234 Engine pad: MJ18800 Attached Images Last …1 post · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 3, 2008. I have recently aquired a chevy small block and I'm having trouble finding out exactly what it is. I have found Four numbers. 3970010 along with "hecho en mexico" on the back drivers side. 254 on the back passenger side. 010 on the drivers side in front of the oil filter. and the engine code is "MK01800."1265 posts · Joined 2016. #4 · Apr 21, 2022. 350 truck motor – 4 bolt main VO217WK used in C10 to C35 trucks and industrial equipment came out of a MF combine. Built in Towanda, MI. Block 3956618 date B129 (Feb 12, 1969) Also used in 1969 302, 327, and 350. Heads 3927186 date: G318 (July 31, 1968) 64 cc, used on 69 302 SAVE FOR WHITE 68.Chevy Small Block Engine Casting Codes. The Engine Block Casting code is one of the best ways to identify a Chevy engine block. This Casting number is usually found at the rear of the block on the left or drivers side on top of the bellhousing flange. Choose Group to View Engine Block Codes.Aug 23, 2008 · Engine casting # 3970010--how to find the year. Thanks to some GREAT help, I found my engine casting number. By looking on the web pages some of you guys suggested, that number was used on 350's from '69 to '80 (also on '69 302's and '69 327's), both 2 and 4 bolt. The casting number is 3970010. And on the machined pad in front of the passenger side cylinder head has these stamped onto the pad - 14W200 and a larger stamped ID V 2 on the pad. ... Engine Identification in my 55 chevy Today, I pulled off the headers off the engine and I measured the stroke with a pipe cleaner. I did this several time to ...This 69 350 block has casting number 3970010 with an E (May) 2 1969 casting date. All cylinders are standard bore. The block was originally installed in a big 1969 Chevrolet truck. The suffix code stamped on the deck pad is WM. No V.I.N. stamping anywhere on the block.Chevy Small Block Engine Casting Codes. The Engine Block Casting code is one of the best ways to identify a Chevy engine block. This Casting number is usually found at the rear of the block on the left or drivers side on top of the bellhousing flange. Choose Group to View Engine Block Codes.The block casting number on smallblock and big block Chevy V-8 motors is located on a ledge found at the rear of the block, most often on the driver's side. ... They might look like this “361959” or “3970010” or “14015445”. The block casting numbers do not have any letters in them. There are sometimes other individual letters found ...1 post · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 3, 2008. I have recently aquired a chevy small block and I'm having trouble finding out exactly what it is. I have found Four numbers. 3970010 along with "hecho en mexico" on the back drivers side. 254 on the back passenger side. 010 on the drivers side in front of the oil filter. and the engine code is "MK01800."Jul 19, 2012 · 22 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Jul 19, 2012. No it isn't. There is no date code or clock on rear of the engine. One forum quoted that GM moved date codes to the side of the block in the 70's. This is passenger side between the core plugs. Block code (in the usual place) confirmed as 3970010 "M" code next to this. Mar 3, 2023 · Seller feedback (132,762) Fast shipping, item as described. A+++++ eBay seller, thanks! CHEVROLET 1971 350 STD 4.00' BORE 3970010 ENGINE BLOCK 2 BOLT CCA A F X BODY CAMARO CHEVELLE NOVA 350/307 /RF7/. Inventory is updated daily. If you’re in the market for a used SUV, a Chevy Blazer is definitely worth considering. Known for its reliability, versatility, and stylish design, the Chevy Blazer has been a popu...1265 posts · Joined 2016. #4 · Apr 21, 2022. 350 truck motor – 4 bolt main VO217WK used in C10 to C35 trucks and industrial equipment came out of a MF combine. Built in Towanda, MI. Block 3956618 date B129 (Feb 12, 1969) Also used in 1969 302, 327, and 350. Heads 3927186 date: G318 (July 31, 1968) 64 cc, used on 69 302 SAVE FOR …350 SBC, Block# 3970010, V1008TYU. Jump to Latest Follow ... A forum community dedicated to 1st generation Chevy Camaros owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, builds, restoration, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, reviews, and more! Chevy’s First-Generation Small-Block V8 Casting Numbers. 10036033 Small Block V8 350,
The engine serial number in big and small Chevy engines is denoted by seven digits, each symbolizing a specific detail. Below is the meaning of each of the letters and numbers in the engine serial number: 1st letter = assembly factory. 2nd and 3rd digits = month of the assembly. 4th and 5th digits = day of the assembly.A popular car modification is the stereo system. Replacing the stereo enables the car owner to add an aftermarket stereo with a number of features such as MP3 players, Bluetooth co...Casting Number 3970010 Manufacturer Chevrolet Category Engine Blocks Type Small Block V8 Date 1969-1980 Notes 350, 2 bolt or 4 bolt . 75 Nova Custom 75 Nova Base.Small Block Chevy Suffix Codes: CE - CMJ. GM body designation. All these are identified . Quickly, A = Chevelle, F = Camaro, X = Nova. If you're looking at the engine code - this is already known. If you're looking at the casting # information and it mentions 3970010 "A/F/X/Y/B".... basically this means "it's used in everything", whereas if it ...Yes, one of the most durable low perf block and head combos GM ever made. The "010" blocks can be quite good. Many were made with 4 bolt mains and many were made with high levels of tin and nickel which makes them very durable. My memory of the "882" heads is that they are lightweight, low compression, "smog motor" heads that are …item 2 1974 Small Block Chevy 350 SBC 3970010 E 10 4 010 4 Bolt Main STD 1974 Small Block Chevy 350 SBC 3970010 E 10 4 010 4 Bolt Main STD. $600.00 +$275.00 shipping. item 3 Free Shipping - GM Chevy 5.7 350 Short Block 1967-1979 3970010 w/ free hat!The Engine Suffix Code is stamped on a block pad located immediately forward of the right hand or passenger side cylinder head. The entire engine code contains the assembly plant, month and day along with the engine suffix code. The way I have the block sitting is the 4 bolt main caps are facing down. To the left side is the oil pump and filter ...On small block chevy`s I`ve never seen the suffix code at the start of the numbers, there always last. ... but then I just went out and bought a Chevy Parts Interchange book. 3970010 is the block that I started with on the 350 that turned out to be bored 060 over and the cam had a bearing 010 over. 1965 Plymouth Fury III Sedan 383 …looking for id information on my small block chevy egine numbers. the block casting number is XXXXX the block number is XXXXX … read more. RICK. Service Director. High School or GED. 423 satisfied customers. Gm casting number 3970010, 350 4 …Nov 1, 2013 ... If that happens to be the vehicle this engine is currently sitting in they "match". I'm Done. I can GUESS the casting # is 3970010 and check ...Loaded in 1 ms.. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.2,506 casting numbers in the database.What year is a 350 Chevy engine with casting 3970010 and 15y146329? The back of the block will have a series of letters and numbers cast into it. That is what determines the date.Oct 1, 2011 · The block is a 3970010 350 and I will go from there. When i dissassembled the engine I found that the engine had been rebuild already with very low miles on it. The inside is a clean as if I just built it, there is NO top edge on the cylinders and the bearings look great. The pistons look like new except for the carbon on top and are stamped .040. hello my old man has this small block chevy engine that im trying to find out what it is. the casting # is 3970010 (3970010 302/350 69-79 ...1265 posts · Joined 2016. #4 · Apr 21, 2022. 350 truck motor – 4 bolt main VO217WK used in C10 to C35 trucks and industrial equipment came out of a MF combine. Built in Towanda, MI. Block 3956618 date B129 (Feb 12, 1969) Also used in 1969 302, 327, and 350. Heads 3927186 date: G318 (July 31, 1968) 64 cc, used on 69 302 SAVE FOR WHITE 68.Chevy small block casting number cross reference ... 3956618, 3970010*, 3932386: 350: 1968-79: Truck and high-performance applications (4-bolt mains)ARP MAIN STUD KIT 209-5401 FOR VAUXHALL/OPAL 2.0L 16 VALVE. $124.95. Be the first to write a review About this product. Pre-owned: Lowest price. Add to cart. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1955 Chevrolet 265 Engine Block Corvette (3703524) at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!The block is a 3970010 350 and I will go from there. When i dissassembled the engine I found that the engine had been rebuild already with very low miles on it. The inside is a clean as if I just built it, there is NO top edge on the cylinders and the bearings look great. The pistons look like new except for the carbon on top and are stamped .040.The Engine Suffix Code is stamped on a block pad located immediately forward of the right hand or passenger side cylinder head. The entire engine code contains the assembly plant, month and day along with the engine suffix code. The way I have the block sitting is the 4 bolt main caps are facing down. To the left side is the oil pump and filter ...Chevy’s First-Generation Small-Block V8 Casting Numbers. 10036033 Small Block V8 350, 4-bolt, Goodwrench crate engine, 2-piece rear seal. 10051182 Small Block V8 2 bolt, Bow Tie block, 3.75-4.30 bore, 1-piece rear seal. 10051184 Small Block V8 4 bolt, Bow Tie, 4.00-4.160 bore, 1-piece rear seal.Mar 6, 2013 · Re: Help identifying engine. 3970010. « Reply #4 on: March 18, 2013, 11:27:25 AM ». The 3970010 block is probably the most common "350" block there is. As stated it can be any 4.00" bore motor of the 3 possible. More than likely its a 350 that someone has changed the timing cover on, or maybe a car engine. If it has a 6" harmonic balancer it ... Early 1969 model year (about August 1968 - December 1968) - Flint uses 3932386 blocks. Then this casting number pops up in December 1968 on McKinnon cast and assembled blocks (I have a few here cast in Canada and with Canadian assembly stamps on them). At the same time and moving forward into 1969 calendar year …The 010 block casting was a VERY common 4in bore block. It was MACHINED in both 2 and 4bolt configurations. The width of the registers (that's the gap in the main web where the caps fit), FOR A SB, is what determines 2 or 4bolt configuration. AND, ONLY the center 3 webs got 4bolt caps in in the SB. ANY (NOT just an 010) 4in bore block could be ...1265 posts · Joined 2016. #4 · Apr 21, 2022. 350 truck motor – 4 bolt main VO217WK used in C10 to C35 trucks and industrial equipment came out of a MF combine. Built in Towanda, MI. Block 3956618 date B129 (Feb 12, 1969) Also used in 1969 302, 327, and 350. Heads 3927186 date: G318 (July 31, 1968) 64 cc, used on 69 302 SAVE FOR …It is a 3970010 4 bolt main 350. Dished pistons with the valve relieves. Cam had one rounded off lobe and the lifter that ran on that lobe was concaved. Heads are 3998991's This seems to be a low compression smogger type motor. Other than the cam lobe all the other items including pitons are in very good shape.1548 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 6, 2015 (Edited) For years I have seen certain Chevy small block cylinder blocks, the ones with the "010/020" cast into the timing recess and behind the bellhousing flange, referred to as "high nickel" blocks. I have heard various renditions of the 010/020 designation meaning that the block has 10% nickel ...3970010 = 68-80 350 2 or 4 bolt main 4 inch bore J67= October 6 1967, or 1977. This block was not cast in 67, so that leaves 77. If it says hecho in mexico on the block, I think it was above the pad location, it is a target 350 or crate engine built in Mexico.What year is a 350 Chevy engine with casting 3970010 and 15y146329? The back of the block will have a series of letters and numbers cast into it. That is what determines the date. SBC 350 V8 ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK 3970010 2 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 30 OVER. Pre-Owned. 1 product rating. $749.99. camaro-parts-world (26,333) 99.9%. Was: $999.99 25% off. or Best Offer. Freight. SBC 350 V8 ENGINE MOTOR BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN MJ21800 MADE IN MEXICO GM 2. Re: Engine Casting Block #3970010. 02-12-06 09:07 PM - Post# 873994. In response to joeysworld. The difference is the suffix code on the block. Could be a 145 HP 350 from a 1975 caprice. Could be a DZ 302. The difference is the code on the front of the passenger side. Just above where the water pump bolts. Nov 11, 2005. 8,399. living the dream in my own world... rwflather said: I also have a 3970010 block. It has the 010 and 020 on the back and front, so I also know it is a high tin/high nickel block. The casting date is I 3 9, so I assume it is late 69/early 70 block, and is a 4 blt main block.Mar 6, 2013 · Re: Help identifying engine. 3970010. « Reply #4 on: March 18, 2013, 11:27:25 AM ». The 3970010 block is probably the most common "350" block there is. As stated it can be any 4.00" bore motor of the 3 possible. More than likely its a 350 that someone has changed the timing cover on, or maybe a car engine. If it has a 6" harmonic balancer it ... Restore60s said: Original starter number for your block is #119497. Thats a Delco part #. Walked out to the shop & wrote the number down.---:thumbup: Kind of a broad statement. 4 starters for any given chevy small block. 153 tooth flexplate. 168 tooth flexplate. 153 tooth flywheel.item 5 GMC 3970010 CHEVROLET 350 4 BOLT MAIN BARE BLOCK W/ END CAPS .30 OVER OEM 1975 GMC 3970010 CHEVROLET 350 4 BOLT MAIN BARE BLOCK W/ END CAPS .30 OVER OEM 1975. $800.00. item 6 Brand New Replacement Main Caps (4-bolt conversion) for Chevy GM 350 (Set of 3) ...looking for id information on my small block chevy egine numbers. the block casting number is XXXXX the block number is XXXXX … read more. RICK. Service Director. High School or GED. 423 satisfied customers. Gm casting number 3970010, 350 4 …Chevy Small Block Engine Casting Codes. The Engine Block Casting code is one of the best ways to identify a Chevy engine block. This Casting number is usually found at the rear of the block on the left or drivers side on top of the bellhousing flange. Choose Group to View Engine Block Codes.About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright ...Location. Dallas, TX. Car. '82 Chevy K20. Jan 3, 2015. #2. Casting No. 3970010 = '69 327 from Camaro, '69 327 from trucks and industrial, or '69-'80 (vehicles unlisted). You'll need at least your assembly date (number stamped in front of pass side head, which is No. 4 on the location diagram on this site) to narrow it down, assuming …The block number - in this case 3970010 - is not the same as the block alloy casting codes (010, 020) that show alloy content and are cast inside the timing cover area on the front of the block. That's correct,and you may need to pull the cam gear to see it.It's the nickel and tin content in the block.These two numbers are the casting number and engine ID code. As the name infers, the casting number is cast into the block when the block itself is cast. This casting number will denote engine displacement, 2 or 4 bolt main caps, application year or year range, and often any specific application notes. These casting numbers are well …Chevy Casting Number identification including Block casting numbers, cylinder head casting numbers, Crankshaft and intake casting numbers. ... 3970010. 69-79. 302/350. car & Truck 2 & 4-Bolt Most common. 3970014. 68-79. 350. car & Truck 2 & 4-Bolt. 3970020. 69-73. 307. car & Truck 2-bolt. 3970024. 69-73. 307. Fresh 69 Camaro Z/28 302 DZ complete engine. This is the real deal, black castin