JeffLeav

Wow, this forum is great! Super information! Thank you! The engine photo and identification number came from a niece of the owner. I was unable to tell her exactly where to locate the engine ID number so she did her best. Can you tell me where to look for the engine ID number and I will ask her to look again?

I am a new member who joined because I am in the process of purchasing my first Dodge ever, a 1948 Model B1B-108. I've owned a 1953 Chevrolet Model 3100 pickup for 33 years and decided to give the other guys a try. My question: The truck I am considering purchasing does not have the original engine installed. The current truck owner says his dad (original owner) replaced the factory engine with a low mileage similar six cylinder flathead when the original developed a cracked block. Can anyone tell me the year the replacement engine was manufactured or any other information based on the replacement engine serial number I was given: #JEF48388. Any feedback is very much appreciated before we close the deal. A picture of the engine is attached (if my upload succeeded).