LadyLapstrake Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 I have an engine that I don't know much about. It is a flathead four cylinder that has the casting of "CWC" which I know is from the Campbell, Wyant & Cannon Foundry. The thermostat is located in the middle of the head, and the stamping on the head is 12-18-56. In addition to that date stamping, there is another insignia stamped into the head as pictured below with a hex head. Stampings on the block are REG - 1, K206 CWC and X - 15 -D. Does anyone have any ideas on which manufacturer used this engine? Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Layden B Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 Having 2 head bolts side by side in the middle of the head is a very unusual feature I think. Hercules seems to be done that way. Sometimes identifying the accessories ( starter, generator, carburetor) will lead to ID of the engine they are on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloo Posted October 24, 2020 Share Posted October 24, 2020 The generator is a Chrysler alternator of the type introduced in 1960 and made until 1969 or 1970. If 1956 is a casting date, the alternator is likely a later addition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hytech Posted March 11, 2023 Share Posted March 11, 2023 Any luck? I'm having the same issue except 40 years older. I can't find any info on the AR inside a hexagon. Here is a walk around vid of my engine.  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted March 12, 2023 Share Posted March 12, 2023 (edited) The engine looks like one built by Continental. I wish the original poster would have put a photo of the other side. It really helps. I cannot see your video. Post a You Tube link, or post photos of your engine. If it is 40 years older it will be different than the engine in the photos. Edited March 12, 2023 by Dandy Dave (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted March 12, 2023 Share Posted March 12, 2023 If the date of manufacture is '56, it may have been intended for an industrial application rather than automotive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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