20 bolt cover on 14 bolt pan?

[PhilAnder]

Im currently begining a 4.1 project and Iam having trouble locating the timing cover from a 14 bolt engine but i do have 2 20 bolt covers sitting in my garage. Would I be able to use the 20 bolt cover on the 4.1 as it is or are there some modifications that are required.

 

[LOT]

yes, you can

Im currently begining a 4.1 project and Iam having trouble locating the timing cover from a 14 bolt engine but i do have 2 20 bolt covers sitting in my garage. Would I be able to use the 20 bolt cover on the 4.1 as it is or are there some modifications that are required.

Installed 20 bolt front cover to block using 2-4 bolts (snug)
Install 14 bolt pan using a few bolts.
Mark the 2 new holes you will need to drill and tap in front cover.

 

[Squid4life]

Or buy a new front cover from one of the vendors. Most newer ones have dual bolt pattern for 14 or 20 bolt pans.

 

[PhilAnder]

Thanks for the tips guys :biggrin: