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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 03:00 PM
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color of engine in 83 z-28

hi guys restoring my 83 bought new crate motor it is black but what is original color chev orange , light blue or black for the third gen cars thanks sheldon
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 03:47 PM
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Re: color of engine in 83 z-28

'83 and on - black.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 04:23 PM
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Re: color of engine in 83 z-28

In 1982 the engine blocks were light blue. From 1983 and up they were black.
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