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tomtorbay · 12-07-2006, 02:37 PM

Hi, I'm new to this, actually my first post. I have a 350 cu. in. motor with the following info "Vo330 TDS". I don't have any problems with the first VO330 but I cannot get info on the suffix TDS. Can anyone help me out?
Regards and greeting from Newfoundland, Canada......:

jsbgump · 12-07-2006, 02:40 PM

Welcome to the board from Texas. Try getting the number on the block back by the distributer for the coplete number

86swb · 12-07-2006, 10:49 PM

Welcome to the board from Western Kentucky. You will get plenty of help here.

ETsC10 · 12-07-2006, 11:00 PM

Letsee...yes, you climb into the trucks underhood (look out, the bumper is slippery), turn upsidedown, support your weight on the carb (marks on your arm will go away eventually), hold a can of carb cleaner in the other hand, a wire brush in the third hand, stablize yourself with your head pressed against the hood, and write down the numbers with your fourth hand...you are what? on the passenger side!!?? Well then ...oh, and bring a flashlight.
Welcome from Seattle, to the board and the wonderful world of GM trucks! ET

shaneschevys · 12-08-2006, 02:15 AM

Welcome from FT Worth TX.

**N2TRUX** · 12-08-2006, 08:50 AM

Welcome to the forum tomtorbay. If you don't get the answer you need here. ask again in the 67-72 forum.

71SWBChevy · 12-08-2006, 05:53 PM

to the board from KY!

krue · 12-08-2006, 11:59 PM

Welcome to the board from South Mississippi!

**Canadian694x4** · 12-09-2006, 12:08 AM

Welcome To The Boards From A Fellow Canuck!

Bandit76 · 12-09-2006, 05:07 AM

Welcome from Kelowna

blaserman · 12-09-2006, 05:37 AM

To make is easy to get the numbers. First clean the area off, then get some modeling clay and press it on the area wait a couple of minutes and remove it very carefull. Put it in front of a mirrow and you can see all the numbers that way.

*bskylerj* · 12-10-2006, 03:34 AM

from Washington State

LUV2XCLR8 · 12-10-2006, 06:49 PM

From West TN

FarmTruk · 12-11-2006, 12:50 AM

Welcome from Wallburg, NC. Good luck with getting the info. Lotsa guys (and gals) here willing to offer help.

CAL 58 GMC · 12-12-2006, 12:08 AM

Welcome to the board from central Califorina!

12-07-2006, 02:37 PM	#1
tomtorbay Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Canadda Posts: 1	Chevy engine suffix identification problem Hi, I'm new to this, actually my first post. I have a 350 cu. in. motor with the following info "Vo330 TDS". I don't have any problems with the first VO330 but I cannot get info on the suffix TDS. Can anyone help me out? Regards and greeting from Newfoundland, Canada......:

12-07-2006, 02:40 PM	#2
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Chevy engine suffix identification problem Welcome to the board from Texas. Try getting the number on the block back by the distributer for the coplete number __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

12-07-2006, 10:49 PM	#3
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	Re: Chevy engine suffix identification problem Welcome to the board from Western Kentucky. You will get plenty of help here. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS

12-07-2006, 11:00 PM	#4
ETsC10 Hand Crafted C-10 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Burien, WA Posts: 5,180	Re: Chevy engine suffix identification problem Letsee...yes, you climb into the trucks underhood (look out, the bumper is slippery), turn upsidedown, support your weight on the carb (marks on your arm will go away eventually), hold a can of carb cleaner in the other hand, a wire brush in the third hand, stablize yourself with your head pressed against the hood, and write down the numbers with your fourth hand...you are what? on the passenger side!!?? Well then ...oh, and bring a flashlight. Welcome from Seattle, to the board and the wonderful world of GM trucks! ET __________________ . Forum Guidelines and Rules Buying and Selling Code of Conduct Become a Board Supporter! Truck FAQ Ellen... the boards artsy-fartsy, eclectic, truck-lovin' gal-member...

12-08-2006, 02:15 AM	#5
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12-08-2006, 08:50 AM	#6
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12-08-2006, 05:53 PM	#7
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12-08-2006, 11:59 PM	#8
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12-09-2006, 12:08 AM	#9
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12-09-2006, 05:07 AM	#10
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12-09-2006, 05:37 AM	#11
blaserman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: glen burnie md Posts: 447	Re: Chevy engine suffix identification problem To make is easy to get the numbers. First clean the area off, then get some modeling clay and press it on the area wait a couple of minutes and remove it very carefull. Put it in front of a mirrow and you can see all the numbers that way. __________________ This is my best friend

12-10-2006, 03:34 AM	#12
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12-10-2006, 06:49 PM	#13
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12-11-2006, 12:50 AM	#14
FarmTruk In Memoriam... Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wallburg, NC Posts: 1,216	Re: Chevy engine suffix identification problem Welcome from Wallburg, NC. Good luck with getting the info. Lotsa guys (and gals) here willing to offer help. __________________ '68 C10 SWB 307ci 2BBL *FarmTruk Pics Here* *"You know, doing what is right is easy. The problem is knowing what is right."*

12-12-2006, 12:08 AM	#15
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