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  • Kevin Whiteley

    #1

    Attn: 68 427 Owners....

    ...I need your help. I am attempting to gather enough information (in a database format) to determine when the 427 block changed over from P/N 3916321 to P/N 3935439. In my limited research to date, I haven't been able to determine the approximate change-over date.


    I started this because I have an L-71 (build date I06) without an engine. I suspect it takes the "early" block, but wanted to confirm it.


    Originally, I was going to find the answer just to restore my car to "original", however, after joining NCRS and seeing that there still was alot of research needed, especially on 68's, I expanded my project.


    Eventually, I want to create a database to encompass part change-overs from 67 through 69's that I could share with everyone.


    But, I need your help. If you own a 68 427, I request the following information: engine block part number, assembly date, vehicle build date, intake manifold part number, and VIN. I know some people are apprehensive about their VIN's, so if you want you can round to the nearest hundred (i.e., 3456 to 3500). If your round, please let me know so I can note it properly.


    Thanks.
  • Tom Barr (24014)
    Very Frequent User
    • February 1, 1994
    • 779

    #2
    Re: Attn: 68 427 Owners....

    Kevin,


    I don't know if you saw it or not but there was brief discussion just within the last 10 days or so with a 68 '321' block date stamped on the engine pad January 2. You may want to backtrack to it and check it out. TBarr #24014

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    • Dennis Kazmierzak (6885)
      Infrequent User
      • October 1, 1983
      • 5

      #3
      Re: Attn: 68 427 Owners....

      Do you have a copy of Chevy by the Numbers by Alan Colvin? If not, get it. 321 block was used til January 68, after that GM switched to the 439 block. If you have a L88, it would have a 321 block through 68 production. 321's were also over the counter crate engines (L88 & marine)but all cast in Dec. 67. 439's were most often seen as the L89 engine. All my records went with the car '68 L88 to Canada. Drew Papsun (203) 847-4678 in the new England Chapter has a survey on the 68's that may interest you. Also Dicky Whittington has a lot of stuff on the 68-69 cars.

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      • Roberto Luis (30019)
        Very Frequent User
        • January 1, 1998
        • 523

        #4
        Re: Attn: 68 427 Owners....

        I have old info about 68 surveys, perhaps it would be helpful to you. On 68 L88 Terry Reiman at 406 Nance Road, Madison, AL 35758. On L89 Kevin Cavanaugh at 43 Windsor Avenue, Watertown, MA 02172. This is old stuff, so could need update. All my best from Argentina, Roberto NCRS #30019, RMC
        Roberto J Luis
        RMC
        1970 Corvette Stingray coupe MT 300 HP

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        • Terry McManmon (3966)
          Beyond Control Poster
          • October 1, 1980
          • 15488

          #5
          Re: Attn: 68 427 Owners....

          Roberto et al,


          That is a VERY old address for Kevin Cavanaugh. He has moved twice since then.


          I will e-mail Kevin Whiteley off the board as I am not comfortable posting folks street addresses and/or phone numbers in this public fashion.


          Terry



          Terry

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          • Jack Humphrey (17100)
            Extremely Frequent Poster
            • April 1, 1990
            • 9893

            #6
            Bravo!

            Nice touch Terry. Many don't realize that when giving address or phone (can be easily translated to address) we telegraph what's sitting in this/that guy's garage when he's NOT at home....

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