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#788166 10/12/2011 3:10 PM
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First post in stovebolt! This place is amaaaazing! I went to look at a 1937 216 yesterday and couldn't find any numbers on the block. I was going to use the engine I.D. tables posted here to get info on the motor. Did gm not use engine numbers until a certain year? The gentleman was very, very knowledgeable and experienced and was sure it came from a 1937 farm pickup. Also, I would like to use this in a '51 chevy 3100 pickup. Did gm make major changes in the 216 from 1937 to the 50's? Thanks!

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The engine number is on the distributor side - lower and a bit forward of the distributor. A 1937 s/b #838710. A great resource (and where I got this info) is the book "how to restor your chevrolet pickup".

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Greg,

Have you downloaded the 1937 truck specifications manual from the GM Heritage Center? On page 11 is information on various serial numbers and their locations.



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Got it! That is a great resource! Thanks Tim!


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