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Old 10-14-2012, 08:37 AM   #1
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Default block I D - 59-L

i would like to know if someone can tell what these letters on the bellhousing area (back top) of the block mean.
The block in question has a 59, then below that is an L.
What does the L mean?
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Old 10-14-2012, 12:17 PM   #2
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Default Re: block I D - 59-L

Industrial engine, most of the 59L blocks were factory relieved.
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Old 10-14-2012, 04:10 PM   #3
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some info that might be helpful.....Mike

http://www.vanpeltsales.com/FH_web/f...85to100mid.htm
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