Help with VIN/Engine identification

[GreyhoundBeetleC2A]

Hello,
I have a 1974 VIN 1142390029. My engine serial number ia AE501310.
I can't seem to match up the engine with the VIN, what year is my engine?

Thanks
Tom

[busdaddy]

That engine number is within the 1971 year range: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/archives/info/bugchassisdating.php
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[GreyhoundBeetleC2A]

Thank you very much!
Last question, is it possible to tell if this engine had a thermostat originally installed?

[Abscate]

Yes it did.

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[Dusty1]

U.S. import '74 cases are typically marked "AH".

I mix 'n' match. I can do without the EGR that came on '74s. I set my "AH" engines up as if it's '71 for the best of both worlds.

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