How do you find out the year a block was made???

[69rt440]

Hello,

I have a 1969 Charger with a 440 "period correct" block.

Could someone tell me where I can find the date code on the block to determine exactly what year it was made???

Thanks.

[tan top]

 looks at casting date on side of block  first picture !!

second picture  on the top pad ! should say  E 440   , the E being  model year 1969

check for whole or partial vin on a machined pad ! above the oil pan rail , where yellow arrow is pointing  !!

if it starts with XS29 ?? can you post the vin  long shot 

[69rt440]

Thank you for the info.

Is there any particular area on the side of the block that I should look for the casting date???

Thanks again.

[tan top]

 
see green arrow    

[69rt440]

Thank you Old Timer....