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Berg Sat Oct 12, 2024 2:32 pm

As the topic says.
I have a engine block manufactured in November 1950.
Is this one of the old aluminum blocks?
How long did they manufacture these?
Engine number 1-0249545

Are these more valuable?

sgmalt46 Sun Oct 13, 2024 8:48 am

yes 50 was still aluminum(remelt alloy) the change to magnesium (electron)
happened jan. 19 1951. the weight difference is noticeable. Sure they are worth more.
Steve.

Berg Sun Oct 13, 2024 9:30 am

Great thanks!



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