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Camaro Research Group Discussion => Originality => Topic started by: bdplvx on March 31, 2012, 04:10:01 AM

Title: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bdplvx on March 31, 2012, 04:10:01 AM: I am trying to determine if the MQ suffix code was specific to camaro's only or possibly chevelle or nova's?
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: 1968RSZ28 on March 31, 2012, 04:34:21 AM: Quote from: bdplvx on March 31, 2012, 04:10:01 AM
I am trying to determine if the MQ suffix code was specific to camaro's only or possibly chevelle or nova's?

In '67 the "MQ" engine suffix code was just used for the Camaro; in '68 "MQ" was used for the Camaro and the Chevy II (Nova). The partial VIN next to the engine assembly code will tell you if the engine is originally out of a Camaro or Chevy II.

Paul
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bertfam on March 31, 2012, 04:47:24 AM: Quote
In '67 the "MQ" engine suffix code was just used for the Camaro; in '68 "MQ" was used for the Camaro and the Chevy II (Nova).

And in 69 it was used on the Chevelle COPO 9562 427/425.

Ed
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bdplvx on March 31, 2012, 08:59:35 PM: Ed hit the nail on the head!!!

Got the motor home and along with a picture of the original car and it is a 69 copo chevelle 427, 425hp motor with a casting date of A15 9 and an assembly date of April 10th. Standard bore with original pistons, camshaft, crank and rods....a truly great find!

(http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu17/bparrishlvx/P1020386.jpg)

(http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu17/bparrishlvx/P1020391.jpg)

(http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu17/bparrishlvx/P1020397.jpg)

(http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu17/bparrishlvx/P1020392.jpg)
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bertfam on March 31, 2012, 09:04:14 PM: What's the partial VIN? I'm sure the guys at CHEVELLES.COM (http://www.chevelles.com/forums/) would be very interested in this.

Ed
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bdplvx on March 31, 2012, 09:25:49 PM: It is indeed very rare and cool!

(http://i629.photobucket.com/albums/uu17/bparrishlvx/P1020389.jpg)
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bertfam on March 31, 2012, 09:56:18 PM: I see "19B", so the car was built in Baltimore, but what's the rest?

Ed
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: bdplvx on March 31, 2012, 10:02:21 PM: Until I get a chance to do my homework the full vin will remain confidential. Unfortunately, this hobby over the years has turned some people into self serving interests and if the full vin was posted people would be searching for the car faster than a rabbit looking for his next girlfriend. I am sure you understand.
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: IZRSSS on April 15, 2012, 06:34:05 PM: Any new developments ???
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: 68Zproject on April 17, 2012, 03:55:28 PM: Probably looking for the "new girlfriend".
Title: Re: MQ Suffix Engine Found
Post by: IZRSSS on April 17, 2012, 04:11:19 PM: Yep. It's amazing how the brain switches from Camaro's to rabbits when there's $$$ involved!