The casting numbers are located on the block or head of the engine. Here are the steps to find them:
1. Locate the casting number on the engine. It is usually a series of numbers and letters stamped into the metal.
2. Clean the casting number with a wire brush or solvent to remove any dirt or grime.
3. Make a note of the casting number and the location where you found it.
4. Use a Ford casting number decoder to identify the year and size of the engine. There are several online resources that provide this information for free.
Engine Block Code
You can also use the engine block code to identify the year and size of the Ford engine. The engine block code is located on the front of the engine block, just above the oil pan. It is usually a series of numbers and letters stamped into the metal.
Here are the steps to find the engine block code:
Locate the engine block code on the engine. It is usually a series of numbers and letters stamped into the metal.
Clean the engine block code with a wire brush or solvent to remove any dirt or grime.
Make a note of the engine block code.
Here is an example of an engine block code:
E8SE-6015B
The E8SE indicates that the engine is a 351 Windsor V8 engine. The 6015B indicates that the engine was built in 1960.
