1967 Chevelle SS396 L78 Ignition Distributor Date Stamp
The SS396 had a lot of unique features to it, but one of the most unique features was its ignition distributor. It had a specific code on the side of it and a date stamp that made it unique. When you look at a potential SS396 you’ll want to make sure that the distributor has the right date stamp on it. The stamp will read “7E26” (via Hemmings).
This code denotes when the car was manufactured and what engine it had under the hood. These are two of the most important dates to look for when it comes to getting one of these cars. You don’t want something that’s a clone, and you don’t want to spend money on the wrong ride.