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Steve D wrote:

That color scheme is 1959. The transom clamp is the lighter blue which could be from the 1960 model. If that’s the case, that ID tag would lead you to believe it’s a 1960.  The paint appears to be original, so maybe it’s really a ’59 with the fuel pump conversion.

That’s basically the only difference between the 2 years…color scheme/decals and fuel pump.

Good observations!

There should be another ID welch plug on the starboard side of the block that will have the model and serial number stamped on it. It is possible that the powerhead was changed in addition to the transom clamps. If the powerhead was replaced with a 1960, the paint would also be a lighter shade of blue, it would have a factory fuel pump, and there would be no return line from the intake manifold.

 

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