S sheckyZ28 New Member Joined Dec 6, 2001 May 28, 2002 #1 How could I convert an '85 basic regal 3.8 block, that has the 14 bolt style oil pan, to a 86-87 style block? What would be involved?
How could I convert an '85 basic regal 3.8 block, that has the 14 bolt style oil pan, to a 86-87 style block? What would be involved?
N Nick Micale Tech Advisor Staff member Joined May 26, 2001 May 28, 2002 #2 All you really need to add is a drain-back hole for the turbo which can be close to where it is on '86-7 blocks, or in the oil pan. If in the pan, no mod is required to the block. Of course you would use the '85 timing cover too.
All you really need to add is a drain-back hole for the turbo which can be close to where it is on '86-7 blocks, or in the oil pan. If in the pan, no mod is required to the block. Of course you would use the '85 timing cover too.
