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So thanks for all the responses.
the solution is to drill and thread a 1/4" X 20 hole where there is a boss that is not drilled. Copying the old engine pattern is the solution.
The engine builder verified this can be done without causing issues.
Thank you for the information.
I think bondo follows my issue best.
The problem is that the place to secure the long dipstick tube to the engine block with a loop ring clamp is not tapped out.
There is a flat place where a 1/4" hole should be.
the dipstick is installed, but the strain relief...
What is the solution to this big deal?
The place for the clip for the dipstick tube bolt is not drilled and tapped?
The place where the bolt should go is a flat boss area that would be the place.
We are replacing the stock 1987 260 5.7 L with a 1997-2015 era Vortec 330HP engine.
All of the other...
