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Old 07-06-2010, 07:51 PM
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I have a 96 LT1 2 bolt block that I want to convert to either 4 bolt straight or splayed mains. Don't know if this matters but I would like to continue using my windage tray and oil level. There is several caps I can choose from and I'm a bit confused. So I was wondering which ones did you use to convert your lt1 block to 4 bolt. Here is the website. Part number would help alot. Thanks. http://www.pro-gram.com/catalog.jsp
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used pro grams, was the ones my engine builder recommended.... i went with a canton pan, so no stock windage or oil level. he used the splayed caps also.







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I used splayed programs. I wound up calling them to see which one fit my app best. There is one set that does not retain use of your dipstick from what the guy was saying.
I am using a canton 242t pan also. I believe to retain your stock Windage tray is dependent on your hardware you use to attach your caps.
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Originally Posted by 97LT1
I used splayed programs. I wound up calling them to see which one fit my app best. There is one set that does not retain use of your dipstick from what the guy was saying.
I am using a canton 242t pan also. I believe to retain your stock Windage tray is dependent on your hardware you use to attach your caps.
Yeah I think your right. I'm pretty sure I know which ARP studs to use to be able to retain the stock windage tray.
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Does anyone use the SEARCH function?

You asked the same thing here

https://ls1tech.com/forums/lt1-lt4-m...continued.html
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I used the eagle billet splayed caps. Jegs - 356-C4102S

I used a lokar dipstick and cut down the tube that went into the block a little bit to clear the cap.
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Originally Posted by FASTFATBOY
Does anyone use the SEARCH function?

You asked the same thing here

https://ls1tech.com/forums/lt1-lt4-m...continued.html
Dude that is my thread I started but it says NOTHING about a part number that I am asking for and I asked specifically for people who have used pro-gram in this thread unlike the other thread. I could have asked for the pro-gram part number in that thread but people tend to not look at the last replys if the thread has gotton somewhat long. Anyhow I am calling pro-gram today to figure out what is best for me.

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