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  1. 07-23-2017 04:55 AM #1
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    hey guys i am new here, i am from south africa and i am currently busy restoring a 71 chev c10 pickup .. i need some help identifiying the small block motor that is in it because some people say i have a 283 and others say i have a 327 so i am a bit confused .. hope you guys can help thanx in advance

    castings on the block
    3858180
    A2884
    4T

    casting in head
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  3. 07-23-2017 05:06 AM #2
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    Welcome to CHR! Looks like it's a 64-67 327 block. Here's what came from Googling "sbc block casting 3858180" - Block Casting Numbers - 3858180 to 3932442
    Heads were used on both 283's and 327's, 60cc chambers referred to as PowerPack's - Quick Ref: Small Block Chevy Cylinder Head Casting Numbers - EngineLabs
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  4. 07-23-2017 05:30 AM #3
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    wow thanx for the help thats great news lol i thought it was a small 283.. at least the 327 has a bit more power than a 283
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  5. 07-23-2017 06:05 AM #4
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    WOW, South Africa! It's good to see you here, welcome to the site.
    I also see Mr. Spears has already answered your question. Got any pics of the ride the motor is in?
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  6. 07-23-2017 06:44 AM #5
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    the truck is currently stripped for respray but here are some pics before she was stipped

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    Very nice - and a right hand drive!! Welcome to CHR
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  8. 07-23-2017 10:14 AM #7
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    thanx i have had her for about 5 years but never had the time or the finances to start the restoration... but this year i decided to start with the old girl to bring her back to life... its a learning journey but i enjoy every moment of it lol
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    Thank you for sharing the pics. Nice ride, what color will it be now?
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    Welcome from another Southern hemisphere Country, New Zealand, good to see you and yes, thanks for posting the link to the photo's of your beast. Certainly stood out in the crowd with the super bright yellow paint. Please tell us what your plans are for her, lowing or is your local roading to the best for lower vehicles ?
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  11. 07-24-2017 10:34 AM #10
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    thanx for the warm welcome this will be a bolt and nut restoration every part on this truck will be changed with new ones... gonna be a very long build but i am in no hurry for now i just want to get it painted ... the color will be a darker shade of baby blue with a white roof will post some internet pics of the color that i want ...

    here is a exaple of the color scheme that i want

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    here is another album that has photos of the progress so far thanks for watching

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    Amazing colour scheme you have settled on and I absolutely love the idea of the airbagged ride too although you may not be going that way but that truck certainly lit my fire with it sitting down on the ground like that. You certainly ain't dragging the chain with progress on yours, thanks for the update.
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    thanx its a epic color cant wait to get the paint and body work done then the real fun begins
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    Seems like that sbc might be one with the larger mains so a 350 or aftermarket crank will fit
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    That's a beautiful blue. We got some guys from South Africa by me right now. They come here every year to help with harvest. I talked quite awhile to one of the guys about South Africa and life in general. Welcome to CHR.
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