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what number?
« on: May 30, 2018, 05:55:03 PM »
below is a pic that I can only make out the numerics.� Perhaps those of you that understand how they were named can help me understand the first two characters...I am thinking it's MB487412� thanks!
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Re: what number?
« Reply #1 on: May 30, 2018, 09:36:12 PM »
Here is a quote from the link below..


"Engine Block
    This one is easy.  Examine the serial number stamped on the engine (see serial number page for location).  The number prefix will tell you the manufacturer.  Willys engines have numbers that start with the letters "MB"  (MB123456) whereas Ford engine numbers usually start with "GPW" (GPW123456)
    If your serial number is not located as shown on the serial number page, then you probably have a post-war  replacement or civilian engine block in your jeep."


http://www.rensjeep.com/MBvsGPW.html


Looks like you have a Willys MB engine. 

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« Reply #2 on: May 30, 2018, 09:41:27 PM »
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Re: what number?
« Reply #3 on: May 31, 2018, 12:03:30 PM »
great stuff. Thanks! ::)
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