Spritely
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 02:05 PM |
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Engine identification
X-flow engines.
How are they identified externally ie how can I tell difference between 1100, 1300 and 1600.
What are their engine numbers references ?
Thanks
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David Jenkins
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 02:16 PM |
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There is a code cast into the side that tells you the block type and size. I haven't got it handy, but I'll try and post it tonight.
If you're serious about getting a X-flow, look out for the books by Peter Wallage. There's a whole chapter on identifying engines, etc.
rgds,
David
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RichieW
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 02:34 PM |
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From what I can remember from Classic Ford magazine. There is a code on the block.
If it says AA on it (After the 711 or 701), it is an 1100 or 1300.
1600s have AB stamped on the block.
Apparently all the bores are the same diameter and the differences in cubic capacity are to do with the length of travel of the pistons. I think
there are different crankshafts and pistons to achieve this and possibly deeper blocks but I am just guessing now. Someone better informed will be
along shortly 
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jollygreengiant
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 04:23 PM |
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If you cant read the letters the measure the height of the block. Trouble is its so long since I played with one I cant remember what the measurement
is.
Me thinks a 1.6 is about 2" from the waterpump to the head face.
Enjoy
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fastenuff
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 07:07 PM |
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look at a post several months ago where I asked the same Q LOADS of answers and info
Ingmar
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theconrodkid
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 07:21 PM |
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see how many fingers you can get between the stat housing and the waterpump casing,2=11/1300 3=1600
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Sideways 2 Victory
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| posted on 15/1/03 at 10:34 PM |
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AA on the block = 1100/1300
BA on the block (Not AB) = 1600
Block on 1600 is exactly 1 inch taller.
Cheers
Dave
www.nurburgring.org
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PeetBee
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| posted on 3/3/03 at 07:51 PM |
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I've searched the site & read the above, but can anyone help me identify the crossflow I've just aquired?
The number cast on the side of the block is: 681F6015DA (definately a D not a B!)
The number stamped at the top of the block is: JP18839
Any ideas?
Many thanks
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Fifer
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| posted on 15/3/03 at 03:50 PM |
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According to a chart I have the J in the JP part shows the engine as a 1988.
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Browser
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| posted on 16/3/03 at 07:57 AM |
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My only question would be why do you want a crossflow? (ducking and running for cover!)
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barrie sharp
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| posted on 16/3/03 at 08:57 PM |
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for anyones info get a free Burton catologe and in the front is very good info about ageing engines
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wicket
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| posted on 16/3/03 at 10:32 PM |
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PeetBee
681F was an early X-flow & the Ford chart shows the JP code as April 1969.
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PeetBee
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| posted on 16/3/03 at 10:49 PM |
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Thanks
I thought it was an old one, but it's nice to know for sure.
I want a xflow cos it came with the car, so I know it fits!!
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