Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Early 70s, 7 hp Tecumseh engine, tecumseh engine, crankcase

Question
When my father died,the manual was gone forever. It's also been repainted numerous times.  Where might I find the Model & Serial #'s for that engine?  Thanks.

Answer
Denny
Tecumseh model numbers are either stamped into the starter shroud or into a nameplate or tag that is bolted to through a crankcase bolt. There are three groups of numbers that give information about the engine. The first group of numbers will be the model number, followed by the specification number, and the last group of numbers are the serial number.