Tall Deck Engine [Archive] - Chevelle Tech

: Tall Deck Engine


bsmith411
Jan 9th, 04, 8:43 PM
Is there any way to identify a tall deck engine other than looking up casting numbers on a 427 or 454? THANKS!!

blazerbob
Jan 9th, 04, 9:26 PM
Contacting the manufacturer of block would render immediate answer! :D

Rumblin70SS
Jan 9th, 04, 10:45 PM
Thats an easy one.........if its a tall deck, the water pump outlets on the front of the block will be flush with the top of the deck when a water pump is held up to the motor. If it's a tall deck, the deck will be about 1/2" higher. It's very easy to spot. Let me know if you need more info!!

505Nova
Jan 10th, 04, 9:40 AM
Tall deck blocks also have a 1/8" pipe oil port at the front top of the block above the timing chain cover