Hey Guys I know 1970 the last 6 vin on engine pad matches Vin is 1971 the same?
this is the stamp on this 71 i just got.

396021F block engine pad reads 1532
see pic?
so my question is 71 match the last six of the Vin# like 70 or is it different? I think this block was changed oh well.
also, the head letter is K ishould be G i guees changed too I believeK was a W30 replacement heads from what I read?

 

'71 is the same as '68-70. With the KA heads and the pad stamping, this is more than likely a marine application. KA heads were service replacements as well.

 

Marine haha! Your kidding?
Wow interesting
Ok ok as long as it runs i guess i cannot complain he lowered the price by $7k for it not being the original engine so that was cool i guess.




I got some GM fender emblems with it also pair and a brand, new alternator and starter and a solenoid & extra tail lights and some Mopar seatbelts were in there.

 

Love to see an original steel hood, hope you keep it, looks like all you need is the missing stone shield partial stripe, and a ‘71 rocket in place of the ‘72.




Wish my top fit as well, great find, enjoy!

 

 

No, I'm not. 455's were used in Jet boats. Agriculture use as well. Car looks solid. Looks like Sandlewood paint.

 

The marine engines are good engines. There’s nothing wrong with Ka heads. I think you will be happy with it either way. I believe you got a good deal.

 

Here's a listing with some photos of an Oldsmobile irrigation unit - looks like Ka heads on it.
If you have a tractor you might need one of these.

https://www.bigiron.com/Lots/Oldsmob...rigationEngine

 

ok cool as long as its period correct 455 i’m ok with it. Sandlewood yes code 61