help with dauntless block numbers

I'm trying to determine exactly what motor I have .
Block # behind intake - 1381623 tells me its a 225 ci between 64 & 71
intake # B-1378704 tells me its a 2 bbl
Now the hard part ,, the stamped # on the right side of the block, on the head mating surface is in pretty bad shape,, it appears to be K N E S ???
Not quite sure what order to read them according to info on this site ,
thanks for any input, Dan

 

I wonder the same, have the original engine on a stand with K N H. my service manual says the K=V6-225 7.6 to 1 C.R. 2 Bbl. Carb. N=1967 year built. E= export. S= 1970. H= V6-225 9.0 to 1 C.R. So maybe we can't read the letters correctly or they mean something entirely different.

 

Yep ,,, thats where I am too. engine is on a stand , I started pulling it apart today , so I can order parts and gaskets . just trying to make sure I order parts for the correct year . The block #s are pretty well pitted ! I tried doin a pencil etching ,, no good , I took some pics from different angles and my wife put them thru a photo program and turned it into a negative image , no good , she then embossed them , better , but not good enough. I'm at a loss , lookin at my #'s again , I might have the same as you, K N H .. 67 ?

 

Try a little spray brake cleaner or silicone spray on the numbers and wipe off the excess off the raised numbers. Sometimes this will outline the digits with enough contrast to read.


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