Low buck 360 build
A few updates.
Got the heat riser blocks done. Will cut out this section in the intake gasket and silicone the openings in the heads. If it ever is a problem then I'll just change to an aluminum intake. This is a very thin block off, thinner than gasket thickness so it's not going to cause issues with vacuum leaks.
Oil pan gasket installed. Used a magnum one piece. Used silicone in groove of rear main seal, and in the corners where you'd typically use it. Also had to add plenty on the pan to fill the front seal retainer section in the pan. This is well documented on the site. You need to be careful about fitment around the rear though. I had to get a hammer and punch to knock the corners down so it would seal properly.
Front portion of pan where you need to fill in:
The corners had to be hammered down to achieve a seal.
After the pan was buttoned up, the intake went on, and then the valve covers. Starting to look complete! I need to order some hardware for the timing chain cover and valve covers.
A few updates.
Got the heat riser blocks done. Will cut out this section in the intake gasket and silicone the openings in the heads. If it ever is a problem then I'll just change to an aluminum intake. This is a very thin block off, thinner than gasket thickness so it's not going to cause issues with vacuum leaks.
Oil pan gasket installed. Used a magnum one piece. Used silicone in groove of rear main seal, and in the corners where you'd typically use it. Also had to add plenty on the pan to fill the front seal retainer section in the pan. This is well documented on the site. You need to be careful about fitment around the rear though. I had to get a hammer and punch to knock the corners down so it would seal properly.
Front portion of pan where you need to fill in:
The corners had to be hammered down to achieve a seal.
After the pan was buttoned up, the intake went on, and then the valve covers. Starting to look complete! I need to order some hardware for the timing chain cover and valve covers.