HELP..what engine is this

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09-25-2013, 01:29 PM

cummins_97

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HELP..what engine is this

Found this truck on craigslist and guy says its a Detroit but im not sure.. heres the link 1985 Chevy C10 4x4

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09-26-2013, 08:39 PM

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does it run? what is the displacement?

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09-26-2013, 08:58 PM

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i emailed the guy he said he dont know the model number but its a straight 6 detroit out of a UPS truck

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09-27-2013, 02:12 AM

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Any other pics of the engine? Hard to tell, but I don't think Detroit made an I6 diesel that small.

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10-16-2013, 06:15 PM

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naw dont have more pics but im kinda far an he still got it just dont know what engine it is an i cant find anything online bout ups truck engines and dont wana get the truck an it have a crap engine

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10-16-2013, 06:55 PM

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I believe I have found it. It's a Detroit Series 638. An older model than that shown in this pdf.

http://extranet.detroitdiesel.com/public/specs/638.pdf

You're Welcome and goodnight!

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