1969 COPO 427 engine

[scuncio]

I saw that engine on Ebay. Wish I had picked it up for that price!

[GenOne]

For reference here is my MQ stamping - Block was cast on December 29, 68 with a assembly date of Jan 23, 69. Heads were L 30 8 - Dec 30, 68 (Monday),A 3 9 - Jan 3, 69 (Friday) with New Years in the middle

[Stefano]

Jeff,
Do you have any interest to sell that Yenko Chevelle Block?

[GenOne]

Stefano you already have an amazing 69 Yenko Chevelle

Jeff

[Hawkeye]

Thanks for the info and the pictures. Can you tell me if your build date and vin stamp are both on the front pad of the engine?
The responses I have gotten are truely awesome. I greatly appreciate the information.

[Stefano]

In his case yes they are.

[Hawkeye]

But, is it possible for the vin to be stamped on the pad above the oil filter? If so, is there an approximate date when they changed the vin stamping location?
Thanks.

[Stefano]

It is both a timing and a plant issue as Chevelles were built at several Plants. That early Yenko Block is correct. I'm certain that some of the Chevelle Guys can Chime in and help with the specifics.

[Hawkeye]

Here is the best picture I have of the front engine pad. Please give me your thoughts. I know it is not the best but any info you can give me will be very helpful.