To Pete in PA

[Mark McDonald <tomswift@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I believe the changeover came in '71, so your '69 should still have the
same basic engine as the '68 and requires premimum fuel.

I know the valve covers were painted turquoise; I'm not sure about the
engine itself.  I don't think it was painted--?

Mark M

tntlucat@xxxxxxx wrote:

> Hi Pete,
> I was curious where i PA you are located. I'm in Reading.
> I also have a 440-4barrel in my 69 Imperial and in the
> owners manual it recommends premium fuel. Also, do you
> know what color the factory painted the motors prior to
> installing them in a vehicle? And is there a way to find
> out if the motor in my car now is the original one
> installed,I do have the original factory build slip if
> that helps. Thanks.
> T.L.
>
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