Originally Posted by klhansen
The 3836233 indicates it's a late 55 235 block, as does the 55 at the end of the serial number, with the F indicating it was built at the Flint plant.

Here's the link for block casting numbers. Link

Thanks Kevin! That's very cool. Is there any way to trace the vehicle history? All I know so far is the PO had it for one year here in Arizona.

1953 Chevy 3100 1/2 Ton Pickup

Doug