Originally Posted by Mike B
Engine serial number LDA5753b3 breakdown...

L = 1953 Model Year
D = 5000 Series (COE) with 235 engine
A = Flint engine Plant
575363 = unit number starting at 1001

Chassis serial number 21KC10 2272

Chassis unit numbers start at 1001, so you have the 1,272nd KC built at Plant 21 (Janesville, Wisconsin). It was built in October 1939.

Mike B smile

Hi Mike,

I'm not sure where you're finding that information. This is definitely a 216, not a 235. I'm going to see if I can find the casting number tomorrow.

Joe


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