Jim
The block casting number is at the starter motor location and you
need the casting date code which will be right next to it. All the major
engine parts have individual casting numbers and date codes; these will help
determine what you have and whether they were cast in the correct time
frame.
Send any of the number you fine and I will help you sort it out.
Ron Fraser
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From: tigers-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:tigers-bounces@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of James E. Pickard
Sent: Sunday, May 24, 2009 5:56 PM
To: tigers@autox.team.net
Subject: [Tigers] Original engine?
I've got a number matching Mk IA, but the original valve covers are hiding a
5-bolt 289. Stashed in the corner of my storage room is what is purported
by the PO to be the original 260 engine. I don't see any numbers on the
block that would confirm the likelihood of this. Any way to determine if
this is likely to be the original engine (and potentially something of
value), or am I just storing a useless anchor? Thanks.
Jim Pickard
B9473298 ('65 Tiger)
AN5L/12109 ('59 Sprite) - sold
2003 Mini Cooper
Lafayette, LA
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