1972 Big Block Chevy 454 Engine Block 3999289 LS-5 Standard Bore BBC OEM CLEAN!

This is an original GM Big Block Chevy engine block with factory OEM main caps. The casting number is 3999289. The 3999289  block was used from 1972-1975 Big Block Chevy 454 applications. Don't miss this true original 3999289 block. This block is in good condition overall. This recently came out of the estate of a life long hot rodder who had this block is his personal stash for a future build. These "289" blocks are known for being an awesome foundation for high performance builds. The bores all are very clean some vertical scratches as shown. The cylinders measure 4.25 which is standard bore. There are also no sleeves or other issues.    Don't Miss It! The casting date on this block is F 12 72 which decodes as June 12th, 1972. The pad in the front side of the deck surface on the passenger side of the block is stamped T0621CRW 12J299455 as shown. The T0621CRW shows this engine left the factory as a LS5 454/270HP  engine in a Chevelle, El Camino, or Monte Carlo. The 12J299455 is the partial VIN of the car it was originallu installed in. Don't miss this awesome factory installed engine block. This block would be great as a replacement for your a missing original block or an awesome foundation for a period correct hot rod or muscle car.   Finding one like this that hasn't been blown up, repaired, etc is nearly unheard up these days. Don't miss this one. This is your chance to own the real deal 3999289 block you have been dreaming about at a GREAT PRICE. Don't Miss it! Shipping: I will be happy to palletize this engine block at a cost of $20 which is what it will cost for the straps and pallet. I will also drop this engine off at any shipping terminal within 45 miles of Santa Cruz, CA 95060 free of charge. Shipping arrangements and payment are the responsibility of the buyer. Most of my customers end up using  freightquote.com. There are also many other companies and brokers out there like uship, etc. The weight of the block when palletized will be about 250 pounds and the dimensions will be 40x24x18.

• Brand: Chevrolet
• Type: Engine Block
• Interchange Part Number: 1968 1969 1970 1971 68 69 70 71 Chevy Chevrolet COPO Yenko, Nova SS RS Super Sport fout bolt mains caps 964 LS6 LS-6, L88 l-88 L71 L-71 L72 L-72 512 425HP 435HP 450HP 1965 1966 1967, CE Counter Exchange warranty replacement Number numbers matching, baldwin motion nickey dealer installed hot rat rod period correct, racecar race car day 2 two vintage speed shop solid lifter cam, camshaft Holley carb carburetor list 3247 4053 4346 4557 4556, 3910 3933163 3933198 3963569 aluminum intake 3885069 3919840, 3919842 3964291 3946074 cylinder heads valve covers air cleaner, cowl induction hood dual snorkel console 4 speed muncie m20 m21, m22 m 20 21 22 amfm am/fm 8 track stereo radio tachometer tach, bucket seats wood wooden woodgrain steering wheel oil pan, 3869942 3904391 3916321 3935439 3946052 3955270, 3904391 3904392 3856208 3873858 7115 crank crankshaft 7416 6223, 3855962 962 4 four bolt main mains l78 l-78 z16 1965, 1972 LS5 LS-5 monte carlo chevelle el Camino corvette
• OE/OEM Part Number: 3963512
• Manufacturer Part Number: 3855962
• Material: Cast Iron
• Vintage Part: Yes
• Performance Part: Yes