I don't know, I just get more confused the more I do. The burb does have clamshells. It also has an extra bracket that helps hold the inner fender to the firewall. I was told that was a sign that it was newer than 41. There was something else too but I can't remember what it was. I think that when the PO had it titled the vin wasn't legible so that it's not a reliable source.
It's possible the motor was special ordered. Would that have the same casting #s?
I guess this "hunting" is part of the fun.
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thanks
Jim