Unusual block stamping on 401

shawnmcd

Newbie
I have what appears to be a 1963, 401 block with stampings that I have not been able to find on any Buick info charts.

JCE stamped in middle of block in front of valley.

8I8007853 to the right of JCE

4I168090 to left of JCE

Any input would be greatly appreciated!
 
Those are good numbers for a '62 motor.

8I8007853 = VIN of the original car the motor came from

8 = Electra 225 series
I = 1962 model year
8 = built in Arlington, TX plant
007853 = car serial number starting at 001001


4I168090 = engine production code number

4I = 1962 standard compression, 4 barrel 401

168090 = engine serial number


JCE = unknown
 
Thanks Todd, next thing is, I need a crossover manifold for this engine.
Any tips on how to identify the correct one?
 
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