Engine and head numbers

[turnertexas]

I bought a spare engine for my 1929 and 1930 2drs. It has engine number of 1,798,440 ( a June 1929 engine).

The head has 6-1-34 stamped along with S-S and A6050.

Is this a Model C head or just a replacement head made in 1934?

Any ideas?

 

[Ron in Quincy]

If it takes a 4 bolt water pump then it is for an A, if it takes a 3 bolt warer pump its for a C.

Ron

 

[Charlie Stephens]

The Model C head (actually the 1932-34 head) has a 3 bolt water pump. The Model A head or an aftermarket replacement has a 4 bolt water pump. The Model A head is part number A6050 and the 1932-34 head (which you are calling a Model C head) has part number B6050.

Charlie Stephens

 

[turnertexas]

Thanks
Its a 4 bolt but what's with the date of 6-1 1934. Could it be aftermarket head or Ford replacement?

 

[turnertexas]

thanks

 

[Jerry Parr WI]

Post production replacements made by Ford are often/always dated as yours is. It very likely is a diamond head. Check below the water pump for a raised diamond.