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Help With Stamp Pad Numbers And Head numbers
#828032 02/20/2012 4:47 AM
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So I have a 235 that I picked up and am trying to decode the numbers.

The stamp pad at the distributor is Fo4I8A

is this just a serial number, or does it mean someting else/also?

Also, there are some other numbers on the head B55-848
850

The casting code for the head says its a 1956 head but what do these other numbers mean? Thanks in advance.

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Re: Help With Stamp Pad Numbers And Head numbers
1946GMCDAN #828088 02/20/2012 1:42 PM
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I think the FxxxxA means a standard 235 engine from Flint, MI in a passenger car with a manual transmission. The particular year is not designated by that code.

The o after the F is not what would be expected. Maybe someone can post an explanation/correction?

The date casting codes for block and head are on this page.

Tim
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The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.

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