Topic: Casting Code?

[Martin]

XE = Engine code    what is the # above it?   Casting Code?   I can't find any info on it....Help

[RENOVATIONS]

Is that the front of the block?
Typically the partial VIN of the original vehicle is very near the engine code (XE in this case) on front of block.

[4SPEED]

the other set of #s is a production #.  you wont find any info from it.   the vin is on that same side , only down by the center of the timing cover.

the casting #  is on the same side on the back of the block by the head and the year is under the distributor.  so with the casting # , block code and date  you should be able to find what your looking for

[Martin]

Doug,
            What the production number all about?   Thanks to you both.

[4SPEED]

I want to say it like a barcode you see today on parts.    what its for? really no clue.  maybe just a way for them to know where its stored.  I dont think the vin went on until it was at the car.