How to identify a Ford V8 302 and 289?
How to identify a Ford V8 302 and 289? Identifying the engine as a 90-degree small-block Ford V8 is the first part of the process; differentiating the 289 and 302 follows. Identify the engine as a Ford 90-Degree small block V8. All Ford 90-degree engines have six bolts on each valve cover. Where is the assembly date on a 289 Ford engine? These would apply to any 289 Ford and many other Ford engines. The Engine Assembly Date is stamped on the pad in front of the LH cylinder head. This date would always be later than the casting date...