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#464088 10/22/2008 10:38 PM
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O.K. Here goes probably been asked a zillion times I am trying to find out what engine I got in my 53 3100. Where can I get that info? I have the head casting # & I believe the serial # off of the block.(located behind the dist)
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Hi Mel; Welcome to the shop.

You can use the ID number stamped on the pad and look up the codes on this site:http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/models/engine.htm

OR - look up the casting numbers at www.inliners.org

There's probably a lot of other ways to do it too, maybe someone else will chime in here.

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Thanks, I'll give it a whirl


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OR, post the numbers here and maybe someone can help you identify the engine.

tclederman #464111 10/22/2008 11:24 PM
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Good idea. The # stamped on the pad is 0139176T54Z. The head casting number is 3835913. I am also in the prosess of trying to find out if it has the stock carb on it and getting a rebuild kit /or new carb for it. I know it is a rochester auto choke no tag, couldn't see any #'s.
Thanks for the help, Mel


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That's a 1954 235 automobile engine serial number (T54Z) and a 1954 235 head casting code. Is most likely has solid lifters.

tclederman #464152 10/23/2008 1:43 AM
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Thank you I appreciate the info.


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mtkr14 #464314 10/23/2008 6:10 PM
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It does have solid lifters. The only hydraulic lifter engines in '54 were the "Y" code powerglide engines.


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