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Old Jun 7, 2014 | 12:35 AM
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Help decoding engine block

The engine block ID code is V08318WT. I have yet to find the VIN because the entire block was painted and it has been covered. Any help would be great.
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Old Jun 7, 2014 | 01:17 AM
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Re: Help decoding engine block

Originally Posted by Uni-Master
The engine block ID code is V08318WT.
A 350 from a truck
As per the SBC de-code list below

http://www.nastyz28.com/sbchevy/spcodex.html

But unless the engine is virgin original what it " was " when it left the factory has little relevance now

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Old Jun 7, 2014 | 11:48 AM
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Re: Help decoding engine block

Suffix code WT

1969 350 block. Originally rated at 255HP. Had a 4bbl carb and a manual transmission behind it.
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