Finally found my correct dated coded L78 assembly!

jasonL78 · #1 01-10-2007, 05:12 AM

Well I have been looking for some time now for a correct date coded L78 block for my 68 L78 nova. A friend of mine called me and gave me a leed on a 68 L78 short block assembly. I just picked it up this past weekend. Still standard bore with original 11/1 pistons and rods, 6223 crank, head bolts, and the 8 inch balancer. The guy I bought it of off said it only has like 30,000 miles on it. Back in the early 70's the motor was decked why he doesn't know. It has a casting date of B-26-68. He does have the 840 heads from the motor but they are on his race car. He plans on changing them next winter, so I told him to keep me in mind. Some times it just does pay off to wait for that perfect deal. I can't wait to get it into the car. My 396 I have in it now runs real strong. I am looking forward to driving a true L78 car.

Jason

jasonL78 · #2 01-10-2007, 05:13 AM

another

jasonL78 · #3 01-10-2007, 05:13 AM

Date code!

jasonL78 · #4 01-10-2007, 05:15 AM

Balanceer with a B 8 F stamp. What does the F mean the B-8 is febuary 68 correct.

Mr. Duece · #5 01-10-2007, 02:53 PM

Cool car. Congratulations on your score.

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