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For one thing; if it's a 1962 casting 427 block. It's not a true side oiler according to all information I've seen. Real side oiler blocks were 1st mfg. in 1965 with the block casting #'s C5AE-D, C5AE-H. IN 1966 The block casting #'s were C6AE-B, C, & D. These were flat tappet blocks only. Later on Ford also made 3 different hydrallic side oiler blocks, with block casting #'s C8AE-A, B, & H. Not really quite up to snuff! according to most. Now there are other side oiler blocks out there, & good. Such as the industrial engine blocks with block #'s C5JE-D & C7JE-E. Or marine blocks with casting block #'s C6JE-B & C7JE-A. If you are serious about this car, I would srtongly suggest you hire a independent auto inspection co. to verify all aspects of what you are really looking at. They will give you the real low down. As there only intrest is cash, & there reputation! You might also look on this site; there are some top notch older/doucmented roadsters here. Best of luck in your search!
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