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Orphans - documentation or VIN-stamped drivetrains - in search of the original cars => 1967 - Orphans => Topic started by: RJ_RS_SS_350 on October 28, 2008, 12:53:18 AM

Title: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: RJ_RS_SS_350 on October 28, 2008, 12:53:18 AM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170274247323

Seller ID:    chevy1nonie

Location: SAN MATEO, CA

Ending: Nov-01-08 13:20:48 PDT

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: 67SS/RSCONV on October 30, 2008, 08:54:03 AM

Please help.  I am restoring a 67 SSRS 350 Vert.  I have almost every engine piece but the block.

VIN 124677L119418

Would this be a good replacement engine for the restoration?  Mine is a powerglide set up originally.

I need to know what I can do to get it as close to original as possible

Thanks for any and all advice.

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: 1968RSZ28 on October 30, 2008, 04:26:57 PM

What's the build date on the car you're restoring?  Also, this block is coded (MT) for a manual transmission car...     :P

Paul

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: 67SS/RSCONV on October 30, 2008, 04:43:23 PM

My build date is Nov 66.  Thanks. 

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: deejaygee on October 30, 2008, 04:53:19 PM

Quote from: 67SS/RSCONV on October 30, 2008, 08:54:03 AM

Please help.  I am restoring a 67 SSRS 350 Vert.  I have almost every engine piece but the block.

VIN 124677L119418

Would this be a good replacement engine for the restoration?  Mine is a powerglide set up originally.

I need to know what I can do to get it as close to original as possible

Thanks for any and all advice.

The engine for sale is dated for a car built 3 months after yours.

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: 1968RSZ28 on October 30, 2008, 04:53:44 PM

Quote from: 67SS/RSCONV on October 30, 2008, 04:43:23 PM

My build date is Nov 66.  Thanks. 

If I was restoring your car I would look for a different block.  This block was cast on December 2, 1966 and the engine was assembled on February 2, 1967.  Both these dates are after your car was built.  Also, as I mentioned before this engine is coded for a manual transmission.  Just my two cents.  Good luck with your decision...     :)

Paul

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: 67SS/RSCONV on October 30, 2008, 05:18:44 PM

That info is exactly what I needed.  Thanks a lot for answering.  I am learning how to read codes and find out what matters.  I want to do it right.  I have an engine I can use, and do not want to spend money on something that is incorrect.

I really appreciate the feedback.  I have learned (well mostly) to ask the professionals prior to bidding.  You guys rock.

Title: Re: 7L142555 V0202MT
Post by: 1968RSZ28 on November 01, 2008, 09:14:12 PM

No sale on 11-1-08...

Reserve not met = ?  (> $660.00)

Paul