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#1 Posted : Monday, 20 November 2006 8:33:37 AM(UTC)
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How can i identify the 3.3 motor, i recently purchased, I understand that with it having 3.3 marked on the block, it is probably out of the early commodore models. But i was wanting to know is it a blue, black or red. Unfortunatley it has been painted a poxy yellow colour.
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Also seeking advice on suggestions for ignition and a fuel pump, any suggestions would be appreciated.
The motor runs 104 cam, roller rockers, tripples, heaps of head work etc
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#2 Posted : Monday, 20 November 2006 5:16:47 PM(UTC)
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What is the engine number, and what is the casting date?

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#3 Posted : Monday, 20 November 2006 7:53:18 PM(UTC)
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Gday Mick
Engine number is VL46984,
The casting date, is that the one behind / backward of the oil filter, if so, i cant make it out.
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#4 Posted : Tuesday, 21 November 2006 9:12:43 AM(UTC)
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With an engine number so low, it would appear to be a late 70s red VB 3.3L motor.
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#5 Posted : Tuesday, 21 November 2006 10:01:42 PM(UTC)
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All the red motors had their size cast into the block using cubic inches as a measure, so if it were a red out of a VB Commodore it would have '202' cast into it rather than '3.3'. If it has 3.3, then it is most likely a blue block.

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#6 Posted : Tuesday, 21 November 2006 11:09:07 PM(UTC)
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Hi Guys.

This is a common misconception. Late Red 202 are also cast 3.3. It started partway thru the VB Commodores. So a 3.3 casting could be a late Red, a Blue or a Black motor.

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