How to tell engine size?

[AtlasnBree]

Hi there Skoolie fam 😊

I'm assuming this is a 9.0L V8 since that's what came stock in the S1853 International which is what this is but...how can I tell?

Sorry to ask a dumb question and thanks for input.

[Brad_SwiftFur]

Not a 9.0 based on a couple casual observations.


1. I see 6 lines from the injector pump, along with ...
2. A Straight-6 engine configuration.


The 9.0 was a V8, which ended production in 1987. You're likely a DT466 or possibly a DT360, both of which were good engines. The DT466 still has a lot of aftermarket support.

[Simplicity]

Engines, transmission, vehicles, etc. all have identifying numbers on them somewhere.

Find the attached plate or sticker and it will give you the information you need to contact the manufacturer/dealer and determine exactly what you have. This is important as even though a lot of things are the same, some things change, even in mid-year of production. Having this information will assist parts people better assure you get exactly what you need.

I think the easiest is to get the VIN off the vehicle, contact a dealer and see if they will send you all the stats on your vehicle.

[o1marc]

Spec plate will be on the top of the valve cover on a DT motor.

[cadillackid]

the valve cover on the original post looks like a DT360