Another Engine Stamp Question - ?

[Joe R.]

Re: Another Engine Stamp Question - ?

Hi all. I have a '67 L79 engine to be rebuilt and put back in a '67 convertible, however, I have some question about the stamp.

I've included a couple photos of the stamp for your consideration and advice as to its legitimacy. I am struggling to see broach marks and it looks to me that the VIN info is poorly aligned, however, the engine derivative looks pretty good to me.

Any thoughts appreciated.

Thanks!

It's interesting to note that the "HP" engine code is very rare, corresponding to an L79 that has BOTH factory A/C and power steering. Is the car in question equipped with those options?

To me, the VIN derivative stamping looks like a re-stamp, but the full picture requires also knowing the block casting number, casting date, and the assembly date for the car. If everything but the VIN derivative stamping looks correct for the car, it might be worth considering the possibility that the engine is somehow original to the car. Better photos would be needed, though.

[Leif A.]

Re: Another Engine Stamp Question - ?

Don,
The engine in question was assembled within a few days of my '67 L79 with BOTH factory A/C and power steering. Pics below for comparison. Note your original picture first and my double stamped VIN picture second.