Found this stamp on the right front of block underneath head anyone know what it is in reference to. I was looking for the block id.
RE: Question on stamp on block #Fii Hey Sub, When I was looking for an engine ID I came across the stamp too. Mine reads: F0301BE ... I forget where I finally got the info but mine means that the engine was built in Flint (F) on March 1 (0301) and that it was built between 58-60. My engine block number (7 digits) further confirmed that it's most likely a 60. Try www.inliners.org ... click on Casting #'s on the submenu on the left and see if that nets you any info.... but I suspect there'll be others who will be able to give you lots more info. Larry 56 Stepside - Daily driver Carlisle, MA
RE: Question on stamp on block #Fii Larry Bear is correct as to the numbers on the pad right behind the distributor on the motor. However if you are referring to the stamped in numbers on the front of the block, that usually arent very visible under the thermostat housing/water pump/ground strap to battery, etc. Those numbers I have been told(by an old timer from the Flint engine plant) refer to the plant (F=Flint), the Q-control inspector's ID number, and shift number, that sent the block down the line after machining. I've never been able to cross confirm that, but it seems to make sense.
decoded Engine out of vehicle Here are the codes Vin#v3a57k112204,Block# 3789935, engine code F1113D, Heads# 3814480/k107, manifold#3746826,exhaust 3749965, carb#7020008 it appears that the engine could of been replaced in 1961 Carb 7020008 8 283 1962 A/T Rochester 2-GC 3789935....283... 61-64...2 (AS FAR BACK AS 1958) 3814480....283/327.60-67....70cc chambers, 1.72/1.5 valves 3746829 1958-61 3749965 1958-61 f1113d EITHER 58 OR 60 Well this is mix match!!! Truck built in Nov 1957 is it possible to have 58 Block
