Location of engine number?

I recently bought a 1956 speedster kit car project , made by CMC. It's a 4 cylinder engine, dual carbs. I would like to confirm the engine for parts/servicing... already note vacuum? lines not connected. Thanks. The number I got off the fan housing, 9011061015R does not seem to match engine types. Thank-you, shepjane@yahoo.com

It's probably a type1 with a Porsche 911 fan conversion. I have the same. If you post a pic, we would be able to help easier.

Found mine stamped into engine below alt/gen stand, and went onto internet to get a list of serial#s . Mine turned out to be a '72 but I don't know if this applies to all VW s.

The engine serial number is a good start - but you'll still need to check out the distributor and carb model numbers as after 30+ years they are probably not original. And who knows what was done internally. One ought to demand that when an engine is built it comes with a complete list of parts used (like Engle 110 degree cam, Mahle 87mm forged pistons and sleeves, etc along with compression ratio set as 7.7). This info is necessary for determining timing and tune up parts like spark plugs (short or long reach?)

Where do you live??? If you're having trouble finding the number I'm sure another member is relatively close and give you assistance. Additionally, there may not be a number if it's a universal case

If the engine was built using a new case it won't have a number.