Stock front cover on an On Center
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.120. You'll also have to machine the main accessory bracket that much, too, to get the alternator, a/c, p/s to line up. Also, if you're using the Duttweiler oil pump, you'll probably have to do a little grinding on that to clear the block. (No big deal)
A lot of guys endorse just using a .120 spacer behind the balancer, but I was concerned about cam sensor-to-cam gear alignment.
A lot of guys endorse just using a .120 spacer behind the balancer, but I was concerned about cam sensor-to-cam gear alignment.
You have to measure the depth of the lip at the front of the block & that is the amount that has to be removed. I don't think they are all the same. Mine is @ .120" & my buddy says his is .090".
If you are using a roller cam, you could use the cover the way it is, & use a spacer the thickness of that measurment on the crank,between the gear & the balancer, & one the same thickness on the cam between the spacer & the gear, & it all lines back up. You probably already know you have to weld a small spot on the drivers side @ the bottom to prevent oil leakage.
James
If you are using a roller cam, you could use the cover the way it is, & use a spacer the thickness of that measurment on the crank,between the gear & the balancer, & one the same thickness on the cam between the spacer & the gear, & it all lines back up. You probably already know you have to weld a small spot on the drivers side @ the bottom to prevent oil leakage.
James
Easy enough. I have a stock cover on mine.EightSecV6
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Using a spacer on the crank and cam will work fine. I have never had to weld/epoxy any spots on the front cover, I have studied the area of concern and if you look at the gasket,block and cover, it will seal just fine. We have never had a problem with front cover leaks.
