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Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

Small, complex components coming from outside suppliers should precede the vehicle and engine build dates, since it takes time to build those up and you don’t want to risk running out. Distributors, alternators, carburetors would fall into this category.

I am uncertain about an engine build date, but my 1C Judge's heads/intake are Oct. '68, block and the 941 distributor are Nov. '68. The 28273 carb is Dec. '68, and the alternator is Jan. 3, '69--just prior to the car's assembly. I still believe items installed at the build plant are often dated closer to the car's assembly date. But I assume you have seen the opposite, Keith.