- #DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS SERIAL NUMBER#
- #DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS DRIVERS#
- #DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS CODE#
- #DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS SERIES#
26 is the day of the month, this being the twenty sixth.B is the month, in this example, February.Big blocks are on the center right side of the engine block, just above the oil pan.
#DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS CODE#
There is one other valuable code on the block and that is the date casting number, on small blocks look on the right rear of the engine, behind and below the distributor. Own a big block? Be sure to check the actual casting numbers on these various engine parts.ĭistributors, Alternators and Starters have numbers too! The last two letters are the fun ones, they tell what the engine was for, EV is a 396-325Hp, TH400, A.I.R.
#DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS SERIAL NUMBER#
Note: 1967 was a transition year for this serial number stamping and many Canadian cars I have seen do not have a VIN stamped into this pad.įor example: T0226EV decodes this way, T / 02 / 26 / EV There should be a serial number stamped alongside the engine code that will match your VIN. These codes are stamped into the engine block when the engine was built, and designate what car the engine was destined for. Six cylinder numbers are located on a pad behind the distributor.Įight cylinder numbers are on a pad at the right front side of the engine block (follow the fuel line 1/2 way down). The only thing interesting about these numbers is a low number like 100020 means your car was one of the first off the line, this example being the 20th one built at that particular factory.Įngine codes consist of a group of letters and numbers stamped into the engine casing:
The remaining numbers indicate the unit number for your particular car.
#DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS SERIES#
The last series of numbers is the sequential production number (or unit number if you will), these all start with the number 1. If you have a number instead of a letter here, your car is a Canadian, Eh?: If you have a three letter code, (usually found on the Cowl Tag) then decode this way: The letter code refers to the manufacturers plant. The Sixth number is the model year, no explanation needed. These numbers are also located on the Cowl Tag. These numbers are also located on the Cowl Tag.įourth and Fifth numbers indicate body style:
Second and Third numbers indicate series:ģ1 Chevelle 300 series or El Camino 6 Cylinderģ2 Chevelle 300 series or El Camino 8 Cylinderģ3 Chevelle 300 Deluxe, El Camino or Wagon 6 Cylinderģ4 Chevelle 300 Deluxe, El Camino or Wagon 8 Cylinderģ5 Malibu, Custom El Camino or Wagon 6 Cylinderģ6 Malibu, Custom El Camino or Wagon 8 Cylinder Here is the complete VIN identification listġ indicates Chevrolet.
#DECODING ENGINE SERIAL NUMBERS DRIVERS#
Check for your number on the post next to the door hinge on the drivers side, compare this with your registration to make sure they match. This number is stamped directly onto the carb and identifies the exact carb part number in abbreviated form such as 32349 or 4439B.Vehical Identification Numbers are unique to each car and describe the manufacturer, body style, engine and production number. It is possible to find out what engine is on a machine by using the carburetor stamping number. The spec code (AS01) indicates the recipe of parts needed to make that engine, and help to identify what manufacturer that engine was made for and is crucial for parts look up. The sixth character (V) indicates the crank shaft orientation (V) vertical and (D) horizontal. The numbers 601 indicate the displacement of the engine with the numbers ending in 1 representing a relative displacement. the first two letters(FH) Indicate the series or engine family T or F indicates two stroke (T) or four stroke (F). The model code is the first 6 characters (FH601V) and it is generally located on the engine block or fan shroud. This may help you a little: Kawasaki Engine Idenitification : Tulsa Engine Warehouse