Greg, thanks for the help, actually, like I said, the Stamp is very weak. The U
in LUX could be LHX.
Thanks, Rob
Greg Locke wrote:
> Hi Rob
>
> Theres a rootes web page with all the chassis numbers on it, which I've used
> many times in the past. It is
> http://www.team.net/www/rootes/chassis.html
>
> According to this your engine came from a series 2 rapier, manufactured
> between feb and sept of 1959.
>
> The suffixes are...
>
> OD = overdrive
>
> first letter L = L.H.D. export
> sec letter U = Estate car
> 3rd letter X = Non standard.
>
> what type of car have you got? I haven't heard of any rapier estates, (which
> may explain the non standard designation).
>
> Greg
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Robert Wiseman <rob(at)wisemaninsurance.com>
> To: <alpines(at)autox.team.net>
> Sent: Saturday, 11 December 1999 11:39
> Subject: What Engine
>
> > I am still trying to identify my engine for sure. The stamp is weak.
> > As best I can read it with a bright halogen light:
> > The Block #A3805622 OD LUX
> > The Head #C22155 (I don't think its aluminum)
> >
> > Any one know what Rootes vehicle this came out of. I looks identical to
> > all the pictures and diagrams I have of the Alpine engine, with the
> > exception that the Oil Filler tube is at the front instead of the rear.
> > Rob
> >
> >
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