wanted original water pump housing

[musclecarman15]

need original big block water pump housing for 1971 383, dated in 9th month, example... 9 x 15 , will have pentestar on lower tube, thx keith, will pay 200 just for housing

[CudaJim]

@musclecarman15

I have a few, closest date I have looks like a 10 X 4, I'd need to dig and verify, if you think that date might work.  I'm guessing shipping will not be cheap.  I think I sold you a steering wheel a while back?  Let me know on the pump housing.  Thanks, Jim

[anlauto]

How do you tell the year ? I have one on a 1970 383

[CudaJim]

@anlauto

Good question on the year.  I seem to see a mix on these housings - different date code formats, locations, with or without pentastars or fratzog symbols, etc.  Sometimes can't read the dates.  2780987 in different locations.  Most seem to have the upper boss for AC but I think sometimes I see them without.  I've also checked dates on the temp sensors and water pumps that may still be attached but that doesn't guarantee the housing date / year.  Anyone?