Reference Details
- Common issue
- A 402/396 big-block with SS trim or a plausible suffix advertised as original without matching VIN derivative, casting date, drivetrain, or documents.
- Confidence
- reported
- Correct value
- For the checked 1970 Camaro suffix list, 350 hp SS 396 entries include CJF with manual transmission and CJI with Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic; 375 hp SS 396 entries include CJH with manual transmission and CJK with Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic. Treat the suffix as one data point that must match the engine assembly stamp, VIN derivative, block casting/date, drivetrain, and paperwork.
- Where to check
- Engine assembly stamp/suffix on the front passenger-side engine pad, then compare with VIN derivative, casting/date evidence, transmission evidence, and build paperwork
