Re: 3970010 engine decode help. « Reply #5 on: September 11, 2018, 01:59:53 PM ». The T in the suffix gives it away as a Truck engine and the fact that it has a 3 letter suffix tells you it is not '69. '69 uses a 2 letter suffiix code. This block is from the 70's. The VIN derivative is probably under the paint on the stamp pad to the left of ...Find 3970010 on sale here with the biggest selection of 3970010 anywhere online. Automobile Parts and Service Toggle navigation Community Chevy Automotive Sales Inc. 3970010 : Free Shipping - Gm Chevy 5.7 350 Short Block 1967-1979 3970010 W Free Hat $4100.00 View Item Details 283 302 327 350 Small Block Restored Engines Make Your Car S Match ...S. shooter1951 Discussion starter. 2 posts · Joined 2009. #1 · Feb 22, 2012. I picked up an engine last night at a local auction house and was trying to ID it. The numbers last night when we unloaded it were: GM3970010 block. V0707TBB on the engine pad. Intake was 3985577. I was heading over to shop in the morning to check a little closer.Joined Aug 19, 2002. 35 Posts. #51 · Oct 5, 2008. SBC #3970010 is this a good block. If it is actually a 69 model and it appears to be that then here is the GM info for that HV designation: HV 1969 350 255 4 turbohydro 350 This would then go along with your saying it has dish pistons and big chamber heads.Received 1 Like on 1 Post. 3970010 block was used for 190hp and 250 hp. Get the suffix code of the engine pad on the passenger side and I can tell you which one it is. It will be a three letters like CKZ, CLH. Reply Like. 05-04-2006, 05:46 PM.camaro-parts-world. 99.9% Positive Feedback. Seller's other items Contact. Joined Dec 2005. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for SBC 350 V8 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 1973 Chevelle at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!This is the real deal, black casting # 3970010 casting date E 14 9 (May 14, 1969), engine stamp code V0527DZ (May 27). Cylinder heads casting # 3927186 casting date E 27 9 (May 27, 1969) ... Small Block Z/28 302, DZ, GM Original : Alternative Views: PART NUMBER: ENC-302E. Currently not available with no ETAitem 6 1969-72 SBC Small Block Chevy 350 Long Block 3970010 J-25-1 Heads 3962441 B-18-9 1969-72 SBC Small Block Chevy 350 Long Block 3970010 J-25-1 Heads 3962441 B-18-9. $695.00. item 7 GMC 3970010 CHEVROLET 350 4 BOLT MAIN BARE BLOCK W/ END CAPS .30 OVER OEM 1975 GMC 3970010 CHEVROLET 350 4 BOLT MAIN …Tin and Nickel are shown as percentages in numbers cast into the block under the timing chain cover. A "high nickel" block will have either "010" or "020", which indicates 10% and 20% nickel, accordingly. The best blocks have both tin and nickel, and show two numbers: 010 and 020, which means the block has 10% tin and 20% nickel. Lack of any [email protected]. 9732 posts · Joined 2002. #2 · Mar 15, 2014. Early large journal 4" block. Produced in both two and four bolt mains. Cast in Saginaw, Michigan and machined/assembled in Flint, Mi. Companion block to 3970010.Loaded in 1 ms.. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.2,506 casting numbers in the database.The block casting number on smallblock and big block Chevy V-8 motors is located on a ledge found at the rear of the block, most often on the driver's side. ... They might look like this 361959 or 3970010 or 14015445. The block casting numbers do not have any letters in them. There are sometimes individual letters found on blocks like GM or CFD ...I have a 1956 chevy with a small block chevy engine.I was told when I purchased the car that it had a 400 small block in it. ... The block I aquired has the casting #3970010. But in front of the passenger head, on the block, the letters and numbers are c5b120386.Please tell me what I have. Block is a 3970010 , opposite side of block is stamped G17. Has what I assume is an original 2 barrel intake. Block deck has the following codes: V0328CHK. 18c122629. It's supposed to be a 1971 350 SBC...that's not washing out after looking at these numbers. Thanks!The block is a 3970010 350 and I will go from there. When i dissassembled the engine I found that the engine had been rebuild already with very low miles on it. The inside is a clean as if I just built it, there is NO top edge on the cylinders and the bearings look great. The pistons look like new except for the carbon on top and are stamped .040.Check Details. GM 3970010 - 4 Bolt Main Block Original Chevy 350 Motor Engine for Sale. Check Details. 434 chevy engine. Check Details. Chevy Small Block Engine Chevrolet Casting Number 3970010 Plus Gearbox. Check Details. $199 GM 3970010 Chevy Engine block TYZ corvette, camero or conv. cab. ← 396 Jeep Wrangler 3d Print Wide Body Kit →.The casting number (NNN) NNN-NNNNis a small block 350. This is a very common number and was also used for crate engine replacements.The date code will give you the month & year it was casted, the numbers on the pad will give you the day & month it was assembled. A two letter suffix code will indicate it was made prior to 1970.Received 1 Like on 1 Post. 3970010 block was used for 190hp and 250 hp. Get the suffix code of the engine pad on the passenger side and I can tell you which one it is. It will be a three letters like CKZ, CLH. Reply Like. 05-04-2006, 05:46 PM.I'm a bit confused. I always was only 1 thickness seal for the rear of the block. The year of motor is a bit of a mystery. It is a 350 4-bolt main, 2 pc. rear main seal motor, block casting number 3970010. Based on the stampings on the pad at the front of the block it is either a 1979 or a 1970, but I have not been able to distinguish which.CHEVY 350 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 E-22-6 CHS STD BORE GOOD BUILDER. ENGINE BLOCK - CRANKSHAFT STD/STD - NEW .030 FLAT TOP PISTONS USA. AND RECONDITIONED RODS. $900.00 ALSO HAVE .040 and .060 PISTONS USA. AVAILABLE. post id: 7729415770. posted: 2 months ago. updated: 11 days ago.Lot of variables may affect your decission. C1 & C2 Corvettes - Anyone know this block GM 41 3970010 - I know its a 350, (I believe), has a drivers side dipstick and a 8 for its build year. I would think 1978 cause the small pad in the front of the engine is the smaller square shape not the longer more narrow older style pad for 1968.This engine will be built using an genuine GM LT1 4-bolt engine block STANDARD BORE that was originally assembled by GM as a partial over the counter 370hp GM #3966921 assembly. Also, the 2.02 / 1.600 double hump heads to be used will be the original ones GM assembled to the block back in the 1970's when building the XCD 370hp LT1 crate engines.What should I do about engine block #3970010, k190? - Answered by a verified Chevy Mechanic. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. ... It is a 4bolt main and the block casting number (3970010) says it is a 350ci. But when I run the engine code ...The block is GM 3970010, the numbers on the pad pass side are V1110TYZ with C7F352416 under it. I purchased the engine - Answered by a verified GM Mechanic ... Hi, i have a 153 ci GM engine, i have the numbers stamped on the block (GM(###) ###-####. I need to know what year this engine is made, and what transmission was attached to it.This engine will be built using an genuine GM LT1 4-bolt engine block STANDARD BORE that was originally assembled by GM as a partial over the counter 370hp GM #3966921 assembly. Also, the 2.02 / 1.600 double hump heads to be used will be the original ones GM assembled to the block back in the 1970's when building the XCD 370hp LT1 crate engines.camaro-parts-world. 99.9% Positive Feedback. Seller's other items Contact. Joined Dec 2005. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for SBC 350 V8 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY 1973 Chevelle at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!Chevrolet shows this block being used as early as 1964 in 300+ hp applications and commercial trucks. Used interchangeably with #3858180 in some applications. This block has been found to have been used on some late 1965 model year L79 Chevelles built at Baltimore. 3858180: 1965 1966: 327 327: 250, 300, 350 (2)GM stamps this part with a block suffix code and a partial VIN number. Post these numbers for further decoding. Note, if your block has been decked, these numbers may be gone. The 3970010 can be either 2 or 4 bolt main, but all are 4" bore. It is a good block and fairly common.2749 posts · Joined 2012. #4 · Jun 25, 2015. If I remember correctly, the casting number should be located on the rear of the block, on the driver side. Just in front of the tranny mount and below where the head bolts on. The casting number should identify a range of years and models that block was used in. Les.GM corvette: Dear Sir, Im Patrick from France, owner of a. Dear Sir, I'm Patrick from France, owner of a 1959 convertible corvette with a non original motor (Small Block). The block casting number is XXXXX GM (NNN) NNN-NNNNThe block date code is F 89 or F 69 B … read more. Gary. Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho.3970010 shows 68-1969 327 2 bolt and also shows 69-1979 3970010 350 185 370 2. This id # located on drivers side rear engine block stamped on pad. R.S.rear engine block has c-110 on it and R.S. front engine block has 12347 and drivers side of block 371 and 386 and 11618N suffix code should be the 12347# but no luck help pleaseApr 14, 1999. 25,179. Bismarck, North Dakota. They are basically the same. Chevy made both castings and used them pretty much interchangeably over the years. The 3970010 seems to have been made in much larger numbers than the 3970014. Jan 15, 2008. #3.Jun 3, 2008 · Ok you have a 3970010 block, now look at the date code on the back of the block. If the date code is anything higher than 71 it is a 350. 68-70 it could be a 302, 327, or 350. The 302 block had additional stamping that read DZ, most likely it is not a DZ block. Next look at the heads and crank, check the casting numbers and dates on the heads.3970010 ID help - lots of pics. I have two blocks. One is a 2 bolt main and one is a 4 bolt main. They're both casting 3970010. Rather than try to explain all the markings, I've taken pictures of them all. I'm trying to figure out specifically what engine these blocks were used for.Small Block Chevy Suffix Codes: TBT - TJS. GM body designation. All these are identified here. Quickly, A = Chevelle, F = Camaro, X = Nova. If you're looking at the engine code - this is already known. If you're looking at the casting # information and it mentions 3970010 "A/F/X/Y/B".... basically this means "it's used in everything", whereas ...Gaskets, Full Set, Chevy, Small Block, Gen I, TBI, Set. Part Number: SUM-G2602. 3.4 out of 5 stars. Estimated Ship Date: Today. Free Shipping...Loading Estimated Ship Date: Today. Free Shipping; Fel-Pro Performance Full Engine Gasket Sets 260-3013. Fel-Pro Performance Full Engine Gasket Sets 260-3013item 6 1969-72 SBC Small Block Chevy 350 Long Block 3970010 J-25-1 Heads 3962441 B-18-9 1969-72 SBC Small Block Chevy 350 Long Block 3970010 J-25-1 Heads 3962441 B-18-9. $695.00. item 7 GMC 3970010 CHEVROLET 350 4 BOLT MAIN BARE BLOCK W/ END CAPS .30 OVER OEM 1975 GMC 3970010 CHEVROLET 350 4 BOLT MAIN …Block casting code should be 3970010- This block was used in the 350 200 hp and 255 hp. Stamp pad: the 12s500560 is the part of the vin number of the vette. it would have been the 560th vette made that year. The 1 is probably a K meaning 350 200 hp. CKX means 350ci , 200hp with auto.350 sbc coolant drain plugs. Having a problem getting the drain plugs out. The engine is in the car. The block is a 3970010 casting. If I break them or some other bad news, I'm thinking my only option would be to drill them out and try to tap the hole to a bigger size. Are there other options?Here's the applications that I found: 3970014 350 69-77 Pass,Chevelle,Camaro, Nova,Monte Carlo 2 or 4 bolt main. 3970014 350 69-79 Truck 2 or 4 bolt main. 3970014 350 72 Corvette late '72,200 HP,255 HP 4 …Being a 2-bolt block doesn't bother me too much since a good 2-bolt block will handle a lot of power, but compared to the old 3970010 casting I have in my shed there is a LOT less metal in the critical areas of these newer roller blocks. At least, that is the case with my TBI block, and my buddy's late-90's L31 block.For this block, it would be the '69 only. If "original" heads '69 302 heads 3947041 but, also used on the '69 350. 3970010 was a common block used from '69 to '80 on the 350. Your best bet, quickest way to find out, research the block date code and engine id# on block, if not decked. I have two of these blocks 3970010 4bm myself.The block casting number (drivers rear at back of block) is 3970044. No one seems to think this correct, but that is what it is. We do not know what the engine came out of. The number on the passenger side of engine on the pad are 14L192810 then 10219CMA. I believe it is a 350.The block casting number on smallblock and big block Chevy V-8 motors is located on a ledge found at the rear of the block, most often on the driver's side. ... 3970010: 302: 69: Camaro Z/28 - 4 bolt main bearings: 3970010: 327: 69: 2 bolt main bearings - trucks: 3970010: 350: 69 - 80: 2 or 4 bolt main bearings: 3970014: 350: 70 - 76:1 post · Joined 2010. #6 · May 15, 2010. i have a small block 3970010. lg1969 said: It's used on 69' 302 Z/28 4 bolt main. 327 truck and industrial. 350 from 1969 - 1980. The block can be either 2 or 4 bolt main. You have to look at suffix letter in front of the block on the pass. side. Behind the alt.Oct 6, 2010 · The block number - in this case 3970010 - is not the same as the block alloy casting codes (010, 020) that show alloy content and are cast inside the timing cover area on the front of the block. That's correct,and you may need to pull the cam gear to see it.It's the nickel and tin content in the block.Tin and Nickel are shown as percentages in numbers cast into the block under the timing chain cover. A "high nickel" block will have either "010" or "020", which indicates 10% and 20% nickel, accordingly. The best blocks have both tin and nickel, and show two numbers: 010 and 020, which means the block has 10% tin and 20% nickel. Lack of any ...Aug 1, 2009 · Here's the applications that I found: 3970014 350 69-77 Pass,Chevelle,Camaro, Nova,Monte Carlo 2 or 4 bolt main. 3970014 350 69-79 Truck 2 or 4 bolt main. 3970014 350 72 Corvette late '72,200 HP,255 HP 4 bolt main. dustinadkins433 and Admin.1 post · Joined 2011. #1 · Jul 9, 2011. I want to ID my small block Chevy engine. The numbers I have include: (a)the casting number is 3970010, (b) there are two serial numbers on the front passengers side of the engine, these numbers are V0505TDR and C8F454789. I would really like to know cubic inches, horsepower and 4 bolt main or 2.Jun 19, 2007 · I have a 69 GM block whose casting number is 3970010. The date code is L89 which matches with that cast being made late in the 69 production year. It also has the 1178 steel Z/28 crank in it. My problem is this - The engine pad ONLY displays this: C15408UC1 & C2 Corvettes - How to get the most hp heads and cam for a 3970010 short block? - I am posting this for a friend of mine. This might be a difficullt question to answer since i know nothing about the pistons, rods, crank or other parts used in this engine. But let us say it is an original engine according to the...Discontinued NOS GM Sheetmetal; Online Store; Small Block Chevrolet. LB=Long Block SB=Short Block Year Date Casting Size 2/4 Bolt BB=Bare Block Notes/Pad Number ... 69 F-4-9 3970010 4 BB CE9B23598 69 D-8-9 618 4 BB VO416DZ ...Feb 10, 2023 · The first place we typically look is the casting number on the back of the block. There are dozens of numbers used from 1955 through the ’90s, but there are a few standouts that indicate a performance engine. Common casting numbers for performance engines include 3970010, but ours reads 3956618, another great number to put in your memory bank.The block casting number you gave doesn't exist, but it is fairly easy to figure out what you meant...."397010" is a digit short, the actual number is probably "3970010" which is a 4.00" bore block made from 1968-1979. The date code "B125" come out as "B" = February, "12" = day, "5" = last digit of year, which for that block casting would have ...Internal Dimensions. General Motors achieved the 400 SBC engine's displacement by increasing the bore to 4.125 inches and the crankshaft stroke to 3.75 inches - actual displacement is just over 400.9 cubic inches. In contrast, the Chevy 350 CID engine uses a bore of 4.00 inches and a stroke of 3.48 inches. GM had to cast the block for the 400 ...The 3970010 block has "010" in the timing cover area. The 3970014 block has "014" in the timing cover area. It's pretty obvious to me what it means, but I'm not an old wife.item 3 Free Shipping - GM Chevy 5.7 350 Short Block 1967-1979 3970010 w/ free hat! Free Shipping - GM Chevy 5.7 350 Short Block 1967-1979 3970010 w/ free hat! $4,890.00I believe the 010 block is very common and was used for millions of engines. The casting was machined for many, many configurations and hp specifications. L-48 was one of the many. The date code on the block will give you a clue as to whether the block MIGHT be appropriate for your car. The 010 casting could be machined for 2 or 4 bolt main caps.VF292800 - is an example of a over the counter crate engine. "2800" is the last 4 digits of the GM part # for the crate engine assembly. The final digit could be a year code. Another example: A Targetmaster engine (p/n 14009800) built in 1985 could have a code stamped as follows: A0198005 (A = january, 01, 9800 = pn, 5 = 1985).High Nickel GM #3970010 Engine Block "010 020" Marked Block decoding High Nickel! I estimate this motor makes around 420hp at 5500rpm and around 450ft lbs torque. The balance is also correct 8" GM balancer correct for the timing cover.Chevrolet shows this block being used as early as 1964 in 300+ hp applications and commercial trucks. Used interchangeably with #3858180 in some applications. This block has been found to have been used on some late 1965 model year L79 Chevelles built at Baltimore. 3858180: 1965 1966: 327 327: 250, 300, 350 (2)Block casting numbers 355909 what size motor? It is a Chevy 305 or 262 cubic inch. You could tell by measuring the bore of the cylinder. A 3.671 bore is a 262 and a 3.736 bore is a 305.Had a 3970010 Hecho En Mexico Block.....No idea about the nickel nor the go fast people. It was a smooth running motor and gave me no issues. 1968 Camaro SS 350 ... A forum community dedicated to 1st generation Chevy Camaros owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, builds, restoration, modifications, classifieds ...GM corvette: Dear Sir, Im Patrick from France, owner of a. Dear Sir, I'm Patrick from France, owner of a 1959 convertible corvette with a non original motor (Small Block). The block casting number is XXXXX GM (NNN) NNN-NNNNThe block date code is F 89 or F 69 B … read more. Gary. Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho.Until you take the pan off, don't assume its a 4 bolt just because of the casting number... been burned by that issue myself. Got a 77 3/4 ton van... was original, and a 3970010. Got it home, cut the van apart around it, put it on the stand. Started to disassemble it for the rebuild and found it was a 2 bolt. So I forked out a lil extra and put ...Tags Chevy 350 Subjects. Animals & Plants Arts & Entertainment Auto Beauty & Health Books and Literature Business Electronics ... What is a GM 3970010?help with 3970010 block. ... 3970010 then there is the clock looking marks that looks like it is pointing to 3, and then a "T", a "D", and an "N" with a mark pointing to the "D" ... A forum community dedicated to 1st generation Chevy Camaros owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, builds, restoration, …GM engine block # 3970010 was used as early as 1968 on some 327ci engines. From 1969-1979 it was a 350ci engine. It could be a 2 or 4 bolt block used in cars, trucks and even corvettes.Sep 10, 2016 · The 3970010 block casting number was used from 1969-1979.... But the "AAB" code narrows it down to the 1976 model C-60 (big truck chassis) like a grain truck, heating oil delivery truck, Fire tanker truck, etc. So block is a 1976. Listed as 8.5-1, but will actually measure out a bit lower than that, more like 8.1-8.2:1.Yes, one of the most durable low perf block and head combos GM ever made. Reply Like 05-03-2010, 02:32 PM #3 jim lockwood ... To 4 bolt main GM 3970010. Subscribe Reply Subscribe . Tags. 338882, 3970010, 41, 42, bolt, chevy, corvette, engine, gm, gm3970010, good, head, heads, main, remanufactured ...sbc block number 3970010 need to know what year she is what she came in horse and what ever else the book tells thanks. ... the year specific should be on bell housing flange at top of block behind distributor, will start with a letter ,a= january,b=feb etc,the second and third will be digets,the second ones are the day and third diget is the ...Jun 3, 2008 · Ok you have a 3970010 block, now look at the date code on the back of the block. If the date code is anything higher than 71 it is a 350. 68-70 it could be a 302, 327, or 350. The 302 block had additional stamping that read DZ, most likely it is not a DZ block. Next look at the heads and crank, check the casting numbers and dates on the heads.These two numbers are the casting number and engine ID code. As the name infers, the casting number is cast into the block when the block itself is cast. This casting number will denote engine displacement, 2 or 4 bolt main caps, application year or year range, and often any specific application notes. These casting numbers are well known and ...Here are the photos that show the 302 Block Casting Number: 3970010 The Engine Pad Number: C15408U The Block Date Code: J29 ... At any time, there are probably twice as many L72 and L88 cars for sale, as were made by GM. Of course, each is "Bloomington Gold, NCRS Certified, Barn-Fresh, Survivor, Documented, blah blah blah" .....and the majority ...My 3970010 350 block is a 10 and I'm sure it'll wear just fine as most blocks of that era were 10's. '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water …From this chart - I think you may be misreading the number - 3970010 is possibly the actual number: Which makes the engine pretty old 68-72 350 V8 - 4 bolt main. I included past this number so that you can see that the number you posted doesn't actually exist. And thus my conclusion that the 9 is most likely a 0.It is a 3970010 four bolt block which sounds like it was produced from 69-79. It appears to be a higher nickel block as it has the 010 casted behind the timing chain cover and the back of the block above the crankshaft flywheel flange. Be nice to know what year it was casted. I have 3 E 17 on the right side between the frost plugs.The 3970010 is the common block call-out for a 350, so you're good there. Does the engine have heads or intake on it? Those may help in deciding what it really is (LT1 is an aluminum intake and the heads can be deciphered by the casting numbers and should be 2.02/1.60).3970010 block 3998991 heads. Need some insight from you SBC motor guys. I hav, Re: Engine block code 3970010 and suffix TBF. 03-11-04 09:48 AM - Post# 407727. In response to Destructo. The 010 tha, The number itself can have 6, 7 or 8 numeral digits. They might look like this “3619, It is a 3970010 4 bolt main 350. Dished pistons with the valve relieves, VF292800 - is an example of a over the counter crate engine. &q, High Nickel GM #3970010 Engine Block "010 020" Marked Block , VF292800 - is an example of a over the counter crate engine. "2800" is , 3970010 is a 350 from 69-74. Are there any other numbers and letters i, Casey, One: the 3970010 is a medium journal main diameter blo, Chevrolet shows this block being used as early as 1, VO511CKW, 3970010 block, I felt it was a 350. I have removed the oil , Order Status. 69 Camaro Z/28 302 DZ complete engine. This , GM 3970010 - 4 Bolt Main Block Original Chevy 350 Motor Engine for, The 3970010 engine block casting number does not mean 35, SBC 350 V8 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY FOR, The chance of it being a 302 is almost nil, and it bei, Aug 29, 2004 · 11400 posts · Joined 2002. #4 · Aug 29,, help with 3970010 block. ... 3970010 then there is the clock.