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john	Feb 18, 2012 10:11 AM

Decoding my 383?

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I Just bought a 59 ford f100.The engine was replaced with a 383,that Im sure of.My main question is how can I tell the year and exact model engine.Here are some pics,not great but maybe someone can help.I will have more soon.

john	Feb 18, 2012 10:59 AM

help

also are 383 freeze plugs the same for all blocks.thanks for any help.

bremereric

Feb 18, 2012 03:44 PM

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Look harder...on the side of the block you will find the date. Month, day, year format.

This is my 440 block see the 6-12-73 and the 440?

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blue 68 gts

Feb 18, 2012 05:58 PM

If i remember right, before 68 blocks didn't have the date on them. So it could be a pre 68 big block

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