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Re: [oletrucks] Engine ID

To: advent@thuntek.net
Subject: Re: [oletrucks] Engine ID
From: Grant Galbraith <trks@javanet.com>
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2000 21:31:55 -0400
Canadian GMC's use a Chevy engine. The CON4 on the block is typical of all
I've seen though I don't know what it means.

Grant
50 Chevy 3100
52 GMC 150

advent@thuntek.net wrote:

> that is a chevy engine. i have the same head on my truck
>
> WILHELM GORDON wrote:
>
> > After an inspection last night (thanks Alan!) some questions were raised
> > regarding the engine in my '51 GMC pickup.  I'm hoping some the experts
> > out there on the list can help.
> >
> > The number 3836848 GM is cast on the top of the block just above the
> > intake/exhaust manifolds.   The number 3836340 (with "GM 1" just below)
> > is cast and found just below and in front of the distributor.
> > The number W7876 is stamped onto the block on a flat plate just behind
> > the distributor and finally the following is cast just above the
> > starter: CDN 4 (or CON 4) L164.
> >
> > Any and all information regarding this engine would be greatly
> > appreciated!  By the way this is a 9300 series GMC PU (the Canadian
> > model)  Thanks.
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
>
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959


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