Engine number stamp question (1 Viewer)

[TunkeyndtheMonkey]

Hi - I have sourced a replacement 2F engine block - new old stock from the Middle East that has no engine stamp - is it possible to buy original Toyota stamps and the setting die so that I can keep the same number as my original that has sadly died?

 

[TunkeyndtheMonkey]

That is a good idea. A trophy shop can engrave your tab with a pantograph. Bring them a paper example of what you want. IF they botch it they can try again. I suppose you could attach it to the correct spot on the block with JB weld. Then file it to match the block. Then paint.

Picture of the block

 

[Scota4570]

OK, clean the paint off. Cover the number with sharpie, let dry. Put scotch tap on the number. Rub well. Remove the tap and stick to paper. You should have a nice transfer of the number. IF not play with it. Once nice, take that to the trophy shop. They should be able to copy it. Some shops now have a CNC pantograph. They can scan your transfer and make an exact copy.

 

[1969FJ]

My question is how were you able to find a NOS block ?

 

[TunkeyndtheMonkey]

My question is how were you able to find a NOS block ?

I found one in the Middle East, it cost about the same as a full refurb and I spent an age finding a new head to go with it. I began the search with Facebook and then got a friend in the UAE who is into LC's to check out the places offering new / old blocks. I got the last one from the contact I found but I suspect there are lots more out there. The transport and inport tax and duty were steep but hopefully worth it. I also managed to secure a new gear box and transfer case. I have used refurbed bell housing and had to get lots of additional gaskets that were separate parts... still not completely built, missing small things.

 

[TunkeyndtheMonkey]

OK, clean the paint off. Cover the number with sharpie, let dry. Put scotch tap on the number. Rub well. Remove the tap and stick to paper. You should have a nice transfer of the number. IF not play with it. Once nice, take that to the trophy shop. They should be able to copy it. Some shops now have a CNC pantograph. They can scan your transfer and make an exact copy.

 

[Scota4570]

Make the transfer of the old block you want to spoof.

 

[3_puppies]

I found one in the Middle East, it cost about the same as a full refurb and I spent an age finding a new head to go with it. I began the search with Facebook and then got a friend in the UAE who is into LC's to check out the places offering new / old blocks. I got the last one from the contact I found but I suspect there are lots more out there. The transport and inport tax and duty were steep but hopefully worth it. I also managed to secure a new gear box and transfer case. I have used refurbed bell housing and had to get lots of additional gaskets that were separate parts... still not completely built, missing small things.

wondering who bought that, I remember seeing the pics of it.