Sep 15, 2022 · The Chevy big/small-block engine VIN (vehicle identification number) is a combination of digits that indicate the type of vehicle the engine is installed in, the model year, and the assembly plant. The engine VIN also contains six digits that are used to denote the last six digits of the vehicle’s VIN. The engine’s VIN is important to some ...Re: Engine Casting Block #3970010. 02-12-06 09:07 PM - Post# 873994. In response to joeysworld. The difference is the suffix code on the block. Could be a 145 HP 350 from a 1975 caprice. Could be a DZ 302. The difference is the code on the front of the passenger side. Just above where the water pump bolts.It's a 5.7L (350 cubic inch) small-block, V8 engine with a 4.00-inch bore and a 3.48-inch stroke. Depending on the year, make, and model of the car that it is equipped in, this engine is capable of outputting between 145 to 370 horsepower. Below, we'll cover the history of this engine, what vehicles it is found in, and the answers to ...Needed freezeplugs and cambearings and was ready for assembly. Took him FOREVER to find a buyer at $200, then the person that finally bought it was happy as a clam to have found it. FYI...not all 3970010 castings are high nickel. A "010" cast in the area behind the timing gear would denote a high nickel block.A typical casting number for a Chevrolet small block V8 engine is 3970010. This designation shows a particular kind of engine block that was mostly used in various automobiles. The Chevy engine blocks’ casting number provides a lot of details about the engine block, such as: Displacement. 2 or 4 bolt main.automatic trans. H. -. -. full size/Camaro. Last updated: 12/1/2014. MadMike Maciolek. (tm) Decoding small block Chevy engine suffix codes and stamped numbers: CE - CMJ.Please tell me what I have. Block is a 3970010 , opposite side of block is stamped G17. Has what I assume is an original 2 barrel intake. Block deck has the following codes: V0328CHK. 18c122629. It's supposed to be a 1971 350 SBC...that's not washing out after looking at these numbers. Thanks!The "life-saving" devices in these Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC SUVs could prove fatal. From the life-threatening irony department: General Motors is recalling almost a million SUVs d...Beginning in 1986 all production small block chevy engines used a 1 piece rear main seal. This means the bolt pattern on the end of the crankshaft was reduced to 3.00". Journal Size Journal sizes were increased in 1968. Rod: Main: Displacments: Small Journal: 2.00" 2.30" 265, 283, 302, 327: Large Journal: 2.10" 2.450"1968 3970010 327 2 bolt. This is a side post from my original post about my motor. Everybody knows the 010 block was used on 69 to 79 350s. Everybody do some research and let me know what you find on a rare 010 block 327 2 bolt built in 68 what they were in and maybe how many were produced if any. Keep and open mind and search more than one site.i'm probably gonna keep mine till it cracks. thinking about a turbo setup right now, just a mild boost setup. 350-400 hp makes me happy. it's also known as the target master crate motor. Save Share. Like. Puke Green 71. 1015 posts · Joined 2006. #3 · Jan 28, 2009. you mean like this one, Its a Mexico 4bolt;Lot of variables may affect your decission. C1 & C2 Corvettes - Anyone know this block GM 41 3970010 - I know its a 350, (I believe), has a drivers side dipstick and a 8 for its build year. I would think 1978 cause the small pad in the front of the engine is the smaller square shape not the longer more narrow older style pad for 1968.This is the cylinder block in the 57 wagon in my profile photo. I took the pictures during final assembly of the engine. It is important to note that this block is NOT a 4 bolt block. It is a 2 bolt original 327 block, although I understand that 3970010 was also used for 302's and 350's which also have a 4" bore. Driver.The "life-saving" devices in these Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC SUVs could prove fatal. From the life-threatening irony department: General Motors is recalling almost a million SUVs d...Small Block Chevy Suffix Codes: TJT - TXB. GM body designation. All these are identified here. Quickly, A = Chevelle, F = Camaro, X = Nova. If you're looking at the engine code - this is already known. If you're looking at the casting # information and it mentions 3970010 "A/F/X/Y/B".... basically this means "it's used in everything", whereas ...Details for 3970010; Manufacturer: Chevrolet: Category: Engine Blocks: Type: Small Block V8: Date: 1969-1980: Notes: 350, 2 bolt or 4 bolt, may be mistaken as 8970010: Added to DB: December 20, 2010 (4879 days ago) Loaded in 1 ms. There are ...A typical casting number for a Chevrolet small block V8 engine is 3970010. This designation shows a particular kind of engine block that was mostly used in various automobiles. The Chevy engine blocks’ casting number provides a lot of details about the engine block, such as: Displacement. 2 or 4 bolt main.I have a 1970 Corvette with a 350(?) block 3970010. The Date casting number is all but gone - I can see an "8". The stamp number pad reads V0705ABT. Very clear- no VIN or other numbers. What is suffix code ABT? I know it's not Chevy, but I hope it didn't come out of an Iranian tractor or something totally weird. It actually runs pretty strong.With the exception of a "010" and "020" found under the timing cover and on the back of the block near where the starter mounts. The 010/020 indicates the 'formula' used for the casting (% of tin and nickle) [This message has been edited by Marv Davis (edited May 15, 2001).] May 15, 2001. #3.1 post · Joined 2011. #11 · Jul 7, 2011. Ray J Neal said: Based on the suffix TJA I found it is one of two motors. 1973, 160hp conversion cab truck, or 1979, 165hp forward cab w/ AT. Based on the 3998991 heads (1972/1973) I would think it is the 160HP model. So Pretty much LOW compression motor.Chevy/GM 350 4 Bolt Main Block Casting #3970010. Chevy/GM 350 4 Bolt Main Block Casting #3970010. Stock 176p. Part Category Engines & Compnents. Part Sub Category Block Parts. 251-751-7530. Email Us. Contact Details. Name. Last name. Phone. Email. CountryOct 6, 2022 · High Nickel GM #3970010 Engine Block "010 020" Marked Block decoding High Nickel! I estimate this motor makes around 420hp at 5500rpm and around 450ft lbs torque. The balance is also correct 8" GM balancer correct for the timing cover.GATES 43101 Specifications. Gates Water Pumps are recognized in the industry for their durability and superior quality. Every Gates Water Pump is constructed with premium alloy materials and a 100% functional test of seals and bearings along with a 100% leakage test for both the casting and assembled water pump.For example, you have an engine with the stamping number "3970010" and a " CMJ " suffix code. The " CMJ " suffix" corresponds to a 1974-1980 t4OO police and automatic trans appl engine. ... For example, if the casting date code on a Chevy 327 block engine is F028, it means that the block was cast on the 2nd day (02) of the month ...A simple Google search for the TBC engine code would have taken you to www.nastyz28.com and you would have found the following: TBC 1979 350 conv. cab, m/t,fed L LS9 165 4 C-10 to 2500. Your engine was a 350 from the factory with a manual transmission behind it in either a 1/2 or 3/4-ton pickup, and it put out 165 horsepower …The block is a 3970010 350 and I will go from there. When i dissassembled the engine I found that the engine had been rebuild already with very low miles on it. The inside is a clean as if I just built it, there is NO top edge on the cylinders and the bearings look great. The pistons look like new except for the carbon on top and are stamped .040.May 11, 2014 · 3970010 is a 4.0" bore block, used to make 350's mostly (1968-1979), two years (1968-69) of large journal 327's and one year(1969) of 302's. The "high nickel block" thing is an car magazine/internet myth that just won't die, one of our members here and on other forums who worked for the GM casting plant in Flint, Michigan back in those days explained it all, the "010" and "020" cast numbers ...Q&A: Small Block Chevy Casting Numbers 3970010 - Explained. Camero conv tyz showmethead Q&a: small block chevy casting numbers 3970010 Pulled from 1983 silverado chevy 350 engine motor 4 bolt main block. $199 gm 3970010 chevy engine block tyz corvette, camero or conv. cab. Chevy small block engine chevrolet casting number 3970010 plus ...The 3970010 engine block casting number does not mean 350. It could be a 327, 307 or 350, 2 or 4 bolt main from 1968 thru 1978. All it can tell you for sure is that the block is a 4 inch bore. However, if you are a betting man, you would most likely win guessing 350 because it is the most common casting number for a 350.The number itself can have 6, 7 or 8 numeral digits. They might look like this “361959” or “3970010” or “14015445”. The block casting numbers do not have any letters in them. There are sometimes other individual letters found on blocks like “GM” or “CFD” for the Central Foundry Division, but they are not part of the block ...A typical casting number for a Chevrolet small block V8 engine is 3970010. This designation shows a particular kind of engine block that was mostly used in various automobiles. The Chevy engine blocks’ casting number provides a lot of details about the engine block, such as: Displacement. 2 or 4 bolt main.3970010 350 block is what I'd call the normal 350 4 bolt main block. GM used millions of these over the years. Some of them have 2 bolt caps installed. same block casting is used for both 2 and 4 bolt caps. AFAIC a real 69 Z/28 302 block will have the 386 casting number and the partial VIN ending in the DZ code stamped into the front of the ...How to identify a 4 bolt main small block chevy.This deals with one trick that I use that has always worked for me in identifying a 4 bolt main small block.s...Re: Chevy 3970010 block Post by ventura74 » Mon Sep 28, 2015 11:16 pm pamotorman wrote: I believe all CI GM blocks except high performance race blocks are cast in mexico. if it was a 4 barrel truck block it will be 4 bolt mainFrom this chart - I think you may be misreading the number - 3970010 is possibly the actual number: Which makes the engine pretty old 68-72 350 V8 - 4 bolt main. I included past this number so that you can see that the number you posted doesn't actually exist. And thus my conclusion that the 9 is most likely a 0.For this block, it would be the '69 only. If "original" heads '69 302 heads 3947041 but, also used on the '69 350. 3970010 was a common block used from '69 to '80 on the 350. Your best bet, quickest way to find out, research the block date code and engine id# on block, if not decked. I have two of these blocks 3970010 4bm myself.$575.00. andrewduntov72 (2,944) 100% Buy It Now. +$225.00 shipping. 69 CHEVY DZ 302 Z28 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 E229 CAMARO 4 BOLT MAIN STD BORE MAGGED. Pre-Owned. $3,500.00. classicjunkyard (15,985) 100% Buy It Now. Freight. 13 watchers. 1978 CHEVROLET 4 BOLT MAIN 350 ENGINE BARE BLOCK. SUFFIX: TWZ. 3970010 WE …350 Rebuilt Chevy Small Block Engine Block # 3970010 with Edlebrock Intake Manifold This engine is in good rebuilt condition. The intake manifold is made by Edlebrock. This item is listed as Pick Up Only, but if you are interested in it and are willing to pay for the cost of shipping, please send me a message with your zip code and I will find ...Needed freezeplugs and cambearings and was ready for assembly. Took him FOREVER to find a buyer at $200, then the person that finally bought it was happy as a clam to have found it. FYI...not all 3970010 castings are high nickel. A "010" cast in the area behind the timing gear would denote a high nickel block.J. javamxcars Discussion starter. 7 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Nov 16, 2006. I speak with a lot of friends , and the opinon is the same , the question is: the chevy block 3970010 with number 010 .020 is for the nickel ,ok is it for 1% tin and 2% nickel or is 10 % tin and 20% nickel ? Like. 10. #Lemanster: Our Ultimate Road-trip Cruiser Build!69-80 Chevy 350 2-Bolt Bare Block 3970010 C329. TorqueMonstersOfficial. (1239) 95% positive. Seller's other items. Contact seller. US $224.99. No Interest if paid in full in 6 mo on $99+ with PayPal Credit*. Condition:Engine Casting Block #3970010 - Chevy Message Forum - Restoration and Repair Help. Chevy Forums FREE technical assistance for your restoration and repair. Model specific subject matter experts, classified ads and more.The number itself can have 6, 7 or 8 numeral digits. They might look like this “361959” or “3970010” or “14015445”. The block casting numbers do not have any letters in them. There are sometimes other individual letters found on blocks like “GM” or “CFD” for the Central Foundry Division, but they are not part of the block ...22 posts · Joined 2012. #3 · Jul 19, 2012. No it isn't. There is no date code or clock on rear of the engine. One forum quoted that GM moved date codes to the side of the block in the 70's. This is passenger side between the core plugs. Block code (in the usual place) confirmed as 3970010 "M" code next to this.Chris agree with others on sonic test, but personally I'd look for another block. The 350 4 bolt blocks are plentiful and often you can get them for free. I've had a 350 +.030 block crack the entire length of the #1 cylinder and also on the outside just below the deck between cylinders 3 & 5. Also cracked two 350 blocks that were +.060.The 3970010 block casting number was used from 1969-1979.... But the "AAB" code narrows it down to the 1976 model C-60 (big truck chassis) like a grain truck, heating oil delivery truck, Fire tanker truck, etc. So block is a 1976. Listed as 8.5-1, but will actually measure out a bit lower than that, more like 8.1-8.2:1.Re: Chevy 3970010 block Post by Blue Malibu » Tue Sep 29, 2015 12:56 am We used to have a good deal with a local dealership, paid them the scrap price foe complete engines, and we had a bunch of those blocks, some were out of vehicles, but most were returned core gm goodwrench engines.The Chevy big/small-block engine VIN (vehicle identification number) is a combination of digits that indicate the type of vehicle the engine is installed in, the model year, and the assembly plant. The engine VIN also contains six digits that are used to denote the last six digits of the vehicle’s VIN. The engine’s VIN is important to some ...Block Casting Number = 3970010; 1969-1979, 302/350 cid, car & Truck, 2 & 4-Bolt Mains, 4 Bolt Most common. This covers a huge array of engines. An interesting thing happened in Chevy plants sometime during the 1971 model year production; early in 1970, Congress past a law requiring all U.S. auto manufacturers to standardize the …SBC 350 V8 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY FOR PARTS. Opens in a new window or tab. Parts Only. 5.0 out of 5 stars. 1 product rating - SBC 350 V8 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 4 BOLT MAIN SMALL BLOCK CHEVY FOR PARTS. $750.00. or Best Offer. Free local pickup. 27 watchers.[ http://www.castingnumbers.info/site/search/3970010 ] Showing 2 results on 1 page. 3970010. Manufacturer: Chevrolet Category: Engine Blocks Type: Small Block V8 Date ...I just pulled this SBC from a 34 Vicky and this is the number on the back of the block 3970010. What I can determine is a 2 or 4-bolt main. How else can I tell without pulling the pan? Is this an engine worth rebuilding? Is anything special about it ?? ThanksWhat motor is a GM 3970010? Chevy 350 Details about GM 3970010 Small Block Chevy 350 Bare Block 4 Bolt 4.030 Bore I-20-6 Date.. Where is the serial number on an engine block? The engine serial number is on a metal plate attached to the block, typically found on the left-hand side of the engine.High nickel block.Stud the bottom end,square everything (machine work).I've used this very block in several drag motors.Making 580H.P right now with one thats 7 years going strong...600 H.P is what I'd rate it at pretty easy. (best block to use IMO for a drag app.) with less than 400 cubes. Reply. 07-30-2010, 09:33 AM. # 4.Hi guys, hoping someone can set me straight about the block I have. I have a bare block that has casting number 3970010, it is a 4 bolt main block with the main caps stamped 2842, it also has 010 buy the oil filter housing which means 10 percent more iron or nickel which should mean a better block. However these blocks were 302 in 69 and 327's ...I have 2 questions about Chevy 350 blocks. I have been looking around and from what I have found is that the 010 020 block is a high nickel high tin block. ... high-tin block, but if the 010 is somewhere else, it denotes the casting number. The entire casting number (3970010) will be behind the left-side head surface, so you can always look ...I have a 3970010 block in my 69 camaro that is stamped "CEB1362" on the pad behind the alternator. ... A forum community dedicated to 1st generation Chevy Camaros owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about performance, builds, restoration, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, reviews, and more! ...C3 Tech/Performance - 1972 3970010 block casting code info - Hi, I have a 1972 3970010 350 block, 200 hp, that I'm trying to figure out some of the casting codes. To the right of the casting clock is another circular type code that has 3 letters around the outside: they appear to be a D T and N, with a stamped pointer...GM engine block # 3970010 was used as early as 1968 on some 327ci engines. From 1969-1979 it was a 350ci engine. It could be a 2 or 4 bolt block used in cars, trucks and even corvettes.Ok you have a 3970010 block, now look at the date code on the back of the block. If the date code is anything higher than 71 it is a 350. 68-70 it could be a 302, 327, or 350. The 302 block had additional stamping that read DZ, most likely it is not a DZ block. Next look at the heads and crank, check the casting numbers and dates on the heads.C1 & C2 Corvettes - How to get the most hp heads and cam for a 3970010 short block? - I am posting this for a friend of mine. This might be a difficullt question to answer since i know nothing about the pistons, rods, crank or other parts used in this engine. But let us say it is an original engine according to the...Q&A: Small Block Chevy Casting Numbers 3970010 - Explained. Camero conv tyz showmethead Q&a: small block chevy casting numbers 3970010 Pulled from 1983 silverado chevy 350 engine motor 4 bolt main block. $199 gm 3970010 chevy engine block tyz corvette, camero or conv. cab. Chevy small block engine chevrolet casting number 3970010 plus ...I have 2 questions about Chevy 350 blocks. I have been looking around and from what I have found is that the 010 020 block is a high nickel high tin block. ... it denotes the casting number. The entire casting number (3970010) will be behind the left-side head surface, so you can always look there to be sure. Save Share. Like. X. xxllmm4 ...1968 3970010 327 2 bolt. This is a side post from my original post about my motor. Everybody knows the 010 block was used on 69 to 79 350s. Everybody do some research and let me know what you find on a rare 010 block 327 2 bolt built in 68 what they were in and maybe how many were produced if any. Keep and open mind and search more than one site.2152 posts · Joined 2007. #3 · Jul 10, 2012. 3970010 is a common casting # for a 350. In the numbers 15b474835. The "1" stands for Chevy. The "5" stands for 1975. The "B" stands for Baltimore. The last six numbers are a part of the vehicle VIN. These numbers match what is on the vehicle when it was built at the factory, hence #'s matching.This is the cylinder block in the 57 wagon in my profile photo. I took the pictures during final assembly of the engine. It is important to note that this block is NOT a 4 bolt block. It is a 2 bolt original 327 block, although I understand that 3970010 was also used for 302's and 350's which also have a 4" bore. Driver.Block Casting Number = 3970010; 1969-1979, 302/350 cid, car & Truck, 2 & 4-Bolt Mains, 4 Bolt Most common. This covers a huge array of engines. An interesting thing happened in Chevy plants sometime during the 1971 model year production; early in 1970, Congress past a law requiring all U.S. auto manufacturers to standardize the Partial Engine ...Trick Flow® 350 HP Super 23® Top-End Engine Kits for Small Block Chevrolet TFS-K314-350-400 Head Combo, Rockers, Head Bolts, Camshaft, Button and Lock Plate, Lifters, Pushrods, Timing Set, Gaskets, Kit. Part Number: TFS-K314-350-400. 5.0 out of 5 stars. ...Details for 3970010; Manufacturer: Chevrolet: Category: Engine Blocks: Type: Small Block V8: Date: 1969-1980: Notes: 350, 2 bolt or 4 bolt, may be mistaken as 8970010: Added to DB: December 20, 2010 (4902 days ago)I have a 69 GM block whose casting number is 3970010. The date code is L89 which matches with that cast being made late in the 69 production year. It also has the 1178 steel Z/28 crank in it. My problem is this - The engine pad ONLY displays this: C15408Ufrom Lakeville MN. According to a book i have "How to Build Vintage Hot Rod V-8 Engines" Page 72 "the small-block Chevrolet 350-ci engine blocks with a casting number of 3970010 are some of the best. you will find the digits "010" and "020" behind the camshaft gear at the front of the engine block. the "010" represents 1 percent additional …GM engine block # 3970010 was used as early as 1968 on some 327ci engines. From 1969-1979 it was a 350ci engine. It could be a 2 or 4 bolt block used in cars, trucks and even corvettes.CHEVY 350 ENGINE BLOCK 3970010 E-22-6 CHS STD BORE GOOD BUILDER. ENGINE BLOCK - CRANKSHAFT STD/STD - NEW .030 FLAT TOP PISTONS USA. AND RECONDITIONED RODS. $900.00 ALSO HAVE .040 and .060 PISTONS USA. AVAILABLE. post id: 7729415770. posted: 2 months ago. updated: 11 days ago.Chevy 3970010 block. General engine tech -- Drag Racing to Circle Track. Moderator: Team. 17 posts Previous; 1; 2; ventura74 Pro Posts: 208 Joined: Fri Aug 14, 2015 12:22 am Location: Il. Re: Chevy 3970010 block. Post by ventura74 » Thu Jul 27, 2017 4:43 pm. Barry Burch wrote:I could not state with certainty the block had1970 Chevy Nova Jan 26, 2023 #1 Looking for motors for a kid I sponsor in IMCA Hobby Stock. Found a motor on FB marketplace and theres a number on the front of the block I havent seen before. ... The block is a 3970010 sbc, but on the front of the block next the timing chain cover is the number 509. Need to make sure this block is ok for what I ...YEARS : CASTING : CID: LOW POWER: HIGH POWER : MAIN CAPS: COMMENTS: 1980-85 : 140029 : 350--2: car: 1973-80 : 330817 : 400--2: car, truck: 1975 : 355909 : 262-- 2 ...010= 3970010, 350 509= 3951509, 400 020= 3970020, 307 IMO this proves even more, the number on the front sand molds correlate with the casting being made. No more, no less. The front half of the Gen1 SBC are the same. The block molds are put together with multiple pieces to make the casting.Re: how much can a 3970010 block handle, it has the 010 high nickel casting ive personally run dyno proven 976 hp on a factory 2 bolt block with aftermarket caps and a half fill .biggest problem was keeping head gaskets on, because everything moved so much at those power levels. also had some main cap walk .had to be very careful with tune up not to detonate it .This How to video will show you how to find or locate the casting numbers on your small block chevy engine block. This will show you how to also look up the ...The block casting number on smallblock and big block Chevy V-8 motors is located on a ledge found at the rear of the block, most often on the driver's side. ... They might look like this 361959 or 3970010 or 14015445. The block casting numbers do not have any letters in them. There are sometimes individual letters found on blocks like GM or CFD ...For example, you have an engine with the stamping number "3970010" and a " CMJ " suffix code. The " CMJ " suffix" corresponds to a 1974-1980 t4OO police and automatic trans appl engine. ... For example, if the casting date code on a Chevy 327 block engine is F028, it means that the block was cast on the 2nd day (02) of the month ...Chevy 350 V8 3970010 High Nickel Block. The engine was from a 70s Corvette and was disassembled at 47,000 miles for a build that never happened. This block is a great base for a build. Best offer. post id: 7732499035. posted: 2024-03-30 14:28. updated: 2024-04-13 12:49. ♥ best of .Driverside dipstick 3970010. I did a thorough cleaning to find a number to identify my block better as I am still thinking it is a 1976 or 71. On the 4.5'' pad on the front I got a number c61173 853 k06 03 9k. And on the side in picture one I think it says (d f 1). In picture 2 on the left ledge at the back it says 3970010 K and the number 2 in ...In recent years, the automotive industry has witnessed a significant shift towards electric and autonomous vehicles. One company that has been at the forefront of this revolution i...Sep 15, 2022 · The Chevy big/small-block engine VIN (vehicle identification number) is a combination of digits that indicate the type of vehicle the engine is installed in, the model year, and the assembly plant. The engine VIN also contains six digits that are used to denote the last six digits of the vehicle’s VIN. The engine’s VIN is important to some ...The block number - in this case 3970010 - is not the same as the block alloy casting codes (010, 020) that show alloy content and are cast inside the timing cover area on the front of the block. That's correct,and you may need to pull the cam gear to see it.It's the nickel and tin content in the block.. Here's a breakdown of some of the most common GM truck motor cInfo on gm block 3970010 looking for all origanal. That is ju I know that there was a big shakeup in 1969 where GM changed the structure and put all drivetrain into a division, and from that time forward casting numbers appear to be shared, for example 3970010 blocks appear across Tonawanda, McKinnon and Flint engine plants from mid 1969.Chevrolet has produced the small block engine in dozens of different configurations since it was first introduced in the mid-1950s. General Motors alloys all of its cast iron blocks with a certain amount of nickel, but for some time, cast them with a far higher nickel content than it does today. The high nickel content made the block stronger ... C1 & C2 Corvettes - How to get the most Expand user menu Open settings menu. Log In / Sign Up A simple Google search for the TBC engine code wo...
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