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The XH code refers to the 301 Pontiac, however that code was used in other years on different engines. You need more information to be sure what engine you have see:http://www.wallaceracing.com/engine1.htm
http://www.yearone.com/updatedsinglepages/id_info/pontiacengineid/pontengid1.html
http://www.pontiacpower.net/castnum01.html
The date code is back by the distributor, the block casting code is on the "ledge" behind the passenger side bank of cylinders. Most blocks cast after 1970 have the cubic inch size cast on the drivers side of the block, you will need to be under the car to see them, and the are probably covered with years of grime. If the 0718000 is stamped by (usually above) the XH it is the eun# (engine unit sequence number) and is of no value in ID'ing the block.
The fifth symbol in the vin# of the car will tell you which engine it had from the factory. See: http://www.transamworld.com/2genvins.php For vin decoding info.
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What is Gerard way's car?
1979 Pontiac Trans Am
What engine is in a 1979 Trans Am?
from factory they offered a Pontiac 400 w/ 4-speed or the Olds 403. 301 was also available.
Could I swap 301 to 350 in 1979 trans am with any problems?
Which 350?? Chevy or Pontiac? A Pontiac engine will drop right in. A Chevy takes a lot more work.
How many 1979 Pontiac turbo trans am's were made?
turbo trans am came out in 81
Will a 1979 Pontiac 403 engine fit 1988 Chevy Camaro rs?
Pontiac did not make a 403 but offered a Oldsmobile 403 in the trans am, lots of work and modification to put in a 1988
How big is the gas tank on a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am?
21 gallons
Where can you find a power window wiring diagram for a 1977-1979 Pontiac Trans Am?
You can find a power window wiring diagram for your 1977 through 1979 Pontiac Trans Am in Pontiac service manuals. The service manuals can be found at most local libraries.
The trans ams built in the late 70's used two engine choices an Oldsmobile 403 and the Pontiac 400 it is your understanding that the only way to get the 400 Pontiac engine was to also get the 4 speed?
To get a 400 Pontiac Motor in 1979, you had to also get the 4 speed. Pontiac last manufactured 400 motors in 1978 but saved some from 1978 for use in the 1979 model. Those motors were used in the 1979 4 speed cars only. 1979 Automatics had the Oldsmobile 403. You could also get a turbo version too. All of which could come with auto trans. I worked on many of these at the Pontiac dealer.
What is the horse power rating of 1979 Pontiac firebird trans am with an Olds 403 cu in engine?
It's rated at 180 hp at 4600 rpm.
What transmission fluid type 1979 Pontiac trans am?
Automatic.....Dexron III
What transmissions will bolt up with a built 350 motor in a 1979 Pontiac trans am?
any Buick, olds or Pontiac turbo 350, turbo 400 or any overdrive tranny should bolt up to your engine.
Location of oil sensor for 1979 trans am?
Which engine????????????
