SNTAuto Discussion starter. 1468 posts · Joined 2011. #1 · Jan 12, 2013. I would like to know for sure what I have. It is a casting 3970010 block. Thepan is off and is a 2 bolt main. Is there any way to know if its a 302, 327 or 350 or did they all use the same crank and rods. Its deck has been milled so no numbers to get on right front side.Chevy/GM 350 4 Bolt Main Block Casting #3970010. Chevy/GM 350 4 Bolt Main Block Casting #3970010. Stock 176p. Part Category Engines & Compnents. Part Sub Category Block Parts. 251-751-7530. Email Us. Contact Details. Name. Last name. Phone. Email. Country1970 - 1972 LT1 Replacement Engine (4bolt 3970010 Block, Hump Heads, TRW Domes) Remanufactured. $8,995.00. custom_engine_supply (1,507) 100%. or Best Offer. +$395.00 shipping. 40 watchers. SBC 350 V8 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY FOR PARTS. Parts Only.Sep 7, 2020 · Kdemmons Discussion starter. 4 posts · Joined 2020. #1 · Sep 7, 2020. I have a Chevy engine with the casting number 3970010 from I can see they use this for a couple of engines the VIN is v0610chf I can decode most of it except for the hf at the end can anybody help me out. Like.Jan 3, 2022 · 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. Casting number 3970010 is a common small block engine casting. It was used in 1968 on the 327 2-bolt engines used in the "A" body, and it was used as a 350 ...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 .040.1 post · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug 3, 2008. I have recently aquired a chevy small block and I'm having trouble finding out exactly what it is. I have found Four numbers. 3970010 along with "hecho en mexico" on the back drivers side. 254 on the back passenger side. 010 on the drivers side in front of the oil filter. and the engine code is "MK01800."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.302 BLOCK 3970010. Jump to Latest Follow ... Help I bought a 1969 Z28 with the wrong short block, I would like to put the correct short block back in the car to make the car a matching number car. ... A forum community dedicated to 1st generation Chevy Camaros owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, builds ...3970010 can be a 350 two or four bolt block. Tags Chevy 350 Chevy El Camino Subjects. Animals & Plants ... Is the Chevy 350 block with casting numbers of 3970010 have more nickel?Image #1 Image #2 Image #3 Part # 02100 Right Side Leg Restraint Part # 02200 Left Side Leg RestraintAt any rate the 3970010 block casting # doesn't lie....it is a 4" bore block, the only real question at this point is what crankshaft is in it as the crankshaft stroke will determine how many cubic inches are there. ... chevy/mercruiser boat motors are stamped differently also.. Save Share. Like. This is an older thread, you may not receive a ...Chevy 3970010 block. General engine tech -- Drag Racing to Circle Track. Moderator: Team. 17 posts Previous; 1; 2; ventura74 Pro Posts: 208 Joined: Fri Aug 14, 2015 12:22 am Location: Il. Re: Chevy 3970010 block. Post by ventura74 » Thu Jul 27, 2017 4:43 pm. Barry Burch wrote:I could not state with certainty the block hadChevy 350ci V8 SBC Engine Block 3970010 010 020 Std. Bore. chanpea_3787. (5) 100% positive. Seller's other items. Contact seller. US $600.00. or Best Offer. No Interest if paid in full in 6 mo on $99+ with PayPal Credit*.GM 3970010 SB Chevy Block, 4-Bolt Caps, 4.000 Bore, D-6-77, Camaro, Corvette. 1 watched in the last 24 hours. Condition: Used UsedHi friends, well I start this dilemma with this engine small block 3970020. In Mortec say with is a 307", but... the crankshaft is a 350" and the cilinders have 3.91", is very rare, this engine are installed in Camaro 1970 RS but I dude is this 307 or 350? ... Chevy II, Acadian owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance ...Flywheel for 3970010 350? Jump to Latest Follow ... GM p/n 471529 for 12.75" 153 tooth w/ Converter Bolt Pattern of 9.75" or 10.75" (measured across) or GM # 471598 for 14" 168 tooth w/ Converter Bolt Pattern of 10.75" or 11.50" ... there are only two starters available, one with the mounting bolts in line or diagonal which depends on the …69-80 Chevy 350 2-Bolt Bare Block 3970010 C329. TorqueMonstersOfficial. (1239) 95% positive. Seller's other items. Contact seller. US $224.99. No Interest if paid in full in 6 mo on $99+ with PayPal Credit*. Condition:SBC 350 Bare Engine Block 3970010. Casting #: 3970010. This is a 350 Chevy bare block. 4 Bolt Main Machined and Painted Chevy Orange. Block painted Chevy Orange. Block has been Bored and honed. 040".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.Re: Help identifying engine. 3970010. « Reply #4 on: March 18, 2013, 11:27:25 AM ». The 3970010 block is probably the most common "350" block there is. As stated it can be any 4.00" bore motor of the 3 possible. More than likely its a 350 that someone has changed the timing cover on, or maybe a car engine. If it has a 6" harmonic balancer it ...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.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.item 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 …Apr 14, 2023 · 3970010 - This is a small block V8 engine that was produced from 1969 to 1980. It was used in a variety of GM trucks, including the Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette, and Nova. 14015445 - This is another small block V8 engine that was produced from 1975 to 1985. It was used in the Chevrolet C/K truck and the GMC Sierra.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. ... The number itself can have 6, 7 or 8 numeral digits. They might look like this "361959" or "3970010" or "14015445". The block casting numbers do not have any letters in them. There are ...Apr 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.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:I have a 4 bolt main,apparently 350 with the # XXXXX:vc011tbc,and,3970010.Heads have #3878487. Iwas told this is a 1969-1979, out of a car truck or vette.Any help would be greatly appreciated.I'm building a 383 stroker ,and need to know if it's a good block,and heads to use. Thanxxxx.2 Answers. 3970010 = casting number of an 350 small block. V0408TDR = V - motor made in Flint, 0408 - made in april 8th, TDR - in 1980 for an californian sold car with 155 hp, auto trans and C-10 body. C8F438333 = partial VIN number, it should match the VIN on the body of the original car: C - engine code, Chevy small block; 8 - engine model ...Reviews, rates, fees, and rewards details for The My GM Rewards Card™. Compare to other cards and apply online in seconds Excellent Credit, Good Credit $0 Earn 15,000 bonus points ...I 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.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.The casting number is 3970010. And on the machined pad in front of the passenger side cylinder head has these stamped onto the pad - 14W200 and a larger stamped ID V 2 on the pad. ... In David Vizard's book 'How to rebuild your small block Chevy' the 010 block says for 350 only, but a note at the bottom of the table on page 15 states-engine suffix code tmm. engine casting #3970010 block # XXXXX. Answered in 20 minutes by: GM Mechanic: Gary. the TMM comes up with either a 1974 350 or a 1980 350 small block. to tell which one if you can get me the casting numbers off the drivers side rear upper back of the block i can tell you which one it is. Ask Your Own GM Question.Info on gm block 3970010 looking for all origanal. That is just the casting number indicating it might be a 4-bolt main 350. You will need the stamped numbers on the block right in front of the passenger side head. Read full answer. Jul 26, 2016 • Cars & Trucks. 0 helpful.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 1968.26. Car. 1978 Monte Carlo 383 slammed. May 6, 2020. #7. Yeah that's an 8 ... i would say GM decided for the made in mexico block they would make the 3 an 8 . Also with the original 3970010 blocks the numbers were bigger too so they didnt just swap a 3 for an 8 when they added in the made in mexico. As far as i know the stuff that comes off …Chevy 350ci V8 SBC Engine Block 3970010 010 020 Std. Bore. chanpea_3787. (5) 100% positive. Seller's other items. Contact seller. US $600.00. or Best Offer. No Interest if paid in full in 6 mo on $99+ with PayPal Credit*.Are you struggling to access your H&R Block account? With our step-by-step guide, you’ll be logging in and managing your financial information in no time. H&R Block is a trusted ta...Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 3970010 chevy 350 block Std Bore Block at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! ... Engine Block Parts for Chevrolet Camaro, Engine Block Parts for Nissan Sentra; Additional site navigation. About eBay; Announcements; Community; Security Center; Seller ...First, small block chevy block castings changed certain features over the years, and early model 3970010 blocks had a longer pad in the numbers-stamping area in front of the passenger cylinder head. The short, almost square pad you show in your photos is from mid-to late 1970's.A typical casting number for a Chevrolet small block V8 engine is 3970010. This designation shows a particular kind of engine block that was mostly used in various automobiles. The Chevy engine blocks' casting number provides a lot of details about the engine block, such as: Displacement. 2 or 4 bolt main.The GM Family First Program is a discount program for General Motors employees and their families. The discount is applicable toward the purchase of Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac or G...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.Beginning in 1986 all production small block chevy engines used a 1 piece rear main seal. This means the bolt pattern on the end of the crankshaft was reduced to 3.00". Journal Size Journal sizes were increased in 1968. Rod: Main: Displacments: Small Journal: 2.00" 2.30" 265, 283, 302, 327: Large Journal: 2.10" 2.450"could some chevy cylinder heads-casting #10110810 thats 91 and up, fit on a chevy small block 350 casting #3970010 thats years 1969-1980 4-bolt main ...i'm probably gonna keep mine till it cracks. thinking about a turbo setup right now, just a mild boost setup. 350-400 hp makes me happy. it's also known as the target master crate motor. Save Share. Like. Puke Green 71. 1015 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Jan 28, 2009. you mean like this one, Its a Mexico 4bolt;The antilock brake system (ABS) is controlled by its own computer. When it senses a problem, the ABS module on the dashboard will light up. When the problem is fixed, the module wi...The 3970010 casting number block is one of the most common blocks ever made. It was produced from 1969 all through the 70s. Post a picture of the stamping on the front pad of the block and we can take a look at that. Need all of the casting date, which should be on the bellhousing flange, same general area as casting number.Sep 15, 2022 · The Chevy big/small-block engine VIN (vehicle identification number) is a combination of digits that indicate the type of vehicle the engine is installed in, the model year, and the assembly plant. The engine VIN also contains six digits that are used to denote the last six digits of the vehicle’s VIN. The engine’s VIN is important to some ...from Lakeville MN. According to a book i have "How to Build Vintage Hot Rod V-8 Engines" Page 72 "the small-block Chevrolet 350-ci engine blocks with a casting number of 3970010 are some of the best. you will find the digits "010" and "020" behind the camshaft gear at the front of the engine block. the "010" represents 1 percent additional tin ...Small Block V8. Date. 1970-1973. Notes. 307, 2 bolt. Added to DB. December 20, 2010 (4902 days ago) Loaded in 1 ms. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.Chris agree with others on sonic test, but personally I'd look for another block. The 350 4 bolt blocks are plentiful and often you can get them for free. I've had a 350 +.030 block crack the entire length of the #1 cylinder and also on the outside just below the deck between cylinders 3 & 5. Also cracked two 350 blocks that were +.060.Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for SBC 350 Bare Engine Block Casting # 3970010 4 Bolt Main Machined and Painted at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! ... GM. UPC. Does not apply. Item description from the seller. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. eBay item number ...Chevy: cylinder..heads..a chevy small block 350 casting #3970010..bolt could some chevy cylinder heads-casting #10110810 thats 91 and up, fit on a chevy small block 350 casting #3970010 thats years 1969-1980 4-bolt main …3970010 is a 4.0" bore block, used to make 350's mostly (1968-1979), two years (1968-69) of large journal 327's and one year(1969) of 302's. The "high nickel block" thing is an car magazine/internet myth that just won't die, one of our members here and on other forums who worked for the GM casting plant in Flint, Michigan back in those days explained it all, the "010" and "020" cast numbers ...Mar 23, 2005 · i was under the impression that this particular block casting 3970010 was some how stonger than other blocks high nickel or not. most of the casting number index sites show this number as "Heavy duty truck block hi perf ECT" they both came from circle track cars there must be some reason they were prefered not just for the nickel and tin content. am i incorrect.Image #1 Image #2 Image #3 Part # 02100 Right Side Leg Restraint Part # 02200 Left Side Leg RestraintSend Private Topic. View Profile. Re: Decode Small Block 3970010. 12-13-06 03:06 PM - Post# 1050067. In response to DonSSDD. On the block deck at the front of the pass side head are a set of engine codes. Find them, post them and I will tell you exactly what it is. Should be 2 different sets like this example'. 18N300001 con vim.yes most all 3970010 are 350, but some in '69 were passenger car 327 and 302 camaro blocks, in which are the same 4" bore like the 327 were as well, in which also shared this block casting. but since it has the three digit suffix stamping code (CKL) it will be a 1970 and later engine. 3970010 was from 1969 to 1979, car truck or van, and can …Mar 11, 2009 · 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.We we see a 010 020 block, and for Chevrolet, the 307/350 was a high percentage of engines made in the 70's. At one time, the Chevrolet division had more model engines than all the other GM lines combined. 1960's 70's. Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Cadillac had mostly one design engine. with 2-3 cubic inch separation …Yes, one of the most durable low perf block and head combos GM ever made. The "010" blocks can be quite good. Many were made with 4 bolt mains and many were made with high levels of tin and nickel which makes them very durable. My memory of the "882" heads is that they are lightweight, low compression, "smog motor" heads that are prone to ...Small Block Chevy Performance Aluminum Water Pump, Short Style, T6 Casting, Curved Vane Impeller, Equal Flow, 3/4" Bearings, 5/8" Fan Pilot, Leak-Proof Seal, 5,500 RPM Max, IMCA 2023 Approved . Visit the Speedway Motors Store. 4.0 out of 5 stars 18 | Search this page . $88.99 $ 88. 99$199 gm 3970010 chevy engine block tyz corvette, camero or conv. cab350 sb chevy complete engine Chevy small block engine chevrolet casting number 3970010 plus gearboxGm 3970010 2 bolt main block original chevy 350 for sale in black.About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright ...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:Looking 4 info on sb chevy engine block # 3970010. - Answered by a verified Chevy Mechanic. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. ... 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.Loaded in 1 ms.. There are 2,506 casting numbers in the database.2,506 casting numbers in the database.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.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 ...Apr 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 …Trick Flow® 350 HP Super 23® Top-End Engine Kits for Small Block Chevrolet TFS-K314-350-400 Head Combo, Rockers, Head Bolts, Camshaft, Button and Lock Plate, Lifters, Pushrods, Timing Set, Gaskets, Kit. Part Number: TFS-K314-350-400. 5.0 out of 5 stars. ...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.So; my 71 C10 had the original 307 swapped out by the previous owner. He disclosed that it was a freshened up 305 believed to be from an '82 Camaro. However; it has the 3970010 casting number on the rear of the block. Engine suffix code stamped on the pad behind the alternator says C2R, which comes up as an '82 4bbl 305 with a whopping 155hp.To SBC Block Casting Number 14010207. C3 Tech/Performance - SBC Block Casting Number 14010207 - I am having a 383 stroker built for my 71 . I had specified to the engine builder I wanted a casting#3970010 block since this was the original. I was concerned about all the accessory holes, clutch cross-shaft mount , etc.I know that there was a big shakeup in 1969 where GM changed the structure and put all drivetrain into a division, and from that time forward casting numbers appear to be shared, for example 3970010 blocks appear across Tonawanda, McKinnon and Flint engine plants from mid 1969.78 GM 350 small block Chevy, came out of a 78 Camaro. Rod bearing went, 2 bolt main, standard factory bore. Part # 3970010. 78 GM 350 small block Chevy, came out of a 78 Camaro. Rod bearing went, 2 bolt main, standard factory bore. Part # 3970010 Marketplace. Browse all. Your account. Create new listing. Filters. Dearing, Kansas · Within 621 ...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 pleaseI 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. Any help appreciated.The code is 3970010 (69-79 or 80 350). I am trying to figure out any other information about this block, what year, what it came from, etc. I have not dropped the pan yet, so I do not know if it has 2 or 4 bolt mains. I am assuming that it is a 350 and not one of the '69 302s or 327s.A typical casting number for a Chevrolet small block V8 engine is 3970010. This designation shows a particular kind of engine block that was mostly used in various automobiles. The Chevy engine blocks’ casting number provides a lot of details about the engine block, such as: Displacement. 2 or 4 bolt main.. Find many great new & used options and 1 post · Joined 2008. #1 · Aug markus p best check out the mortec web site for GM casting #'s as the 3970010 block was used for a lot of years. they also used that block for 2 bolt and 4 bolt mains. My 77 as that block # and is a 2 bolt main. My 76 has the same block casting #3970010. and the K12 and it is a 4 bolt .SBC Small Block Chevy 350 4 Bolt Main Engine Short Block 3970010. $525.00. + $250.00 shipping. 1969 Corvette Camaro Z-28 C10 Chevelle Nova 4bolt 350/302 block .030 3970010. $2,100.00. I know that there was a big shakeup in 1969 3109 posts · Joined 2010. #2 · Jan 18, 2011 (Edited) .060 is the max safe overbore. Don't go all the way to 60 over for the first build though. Go 30 over this time and then 10 over for each rebuilt after. If you go 60 over now then when it comes time to rebuild you will be screwed and have to buy a new block. Like. C1 & C2 Corvettes - How to get the most hp heads and cam for a 3...
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