LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 09:58 PM
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What's the difference between any sbc genII block and the LT1 block?
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 10:01 PM
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LT1 is a gen II block isn't it?
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 10:02 PM
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They are identical since an LT "IS" a "gen II sbc"....
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 10:02 PM
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Can I guess you are MISTAKING the gen 1 1-piece rear main for a gen 2?

The LT1, LT4 and L99(4.3l V8 based engine only in Caprice sedan 94-96) are the gen 2 motors
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Vortec anyone... is a gen II non lt based. I just wanted to know if the LT blocks had to be machined differently because of the reverse flow. anyway the reason I ask is I am going to go pick up a gen II 1pc rear-main block and was interested if it would work in the TA.
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No, it will not work.
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No, it will not work.
Whats different.
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The Vortec is the same as a SBC. The timing cover, water pump, and coolant passages are different. The Vortec is not a Gen II
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Originally Posted by fergymoto
The Vortec is the same as a SBC. The timing cover, water pump, and coolant passages are different. The Vortec is not a Gen II
Oh! I learn something everyday.
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 10:31 PM
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Basicly it is identical to a 1 peice rear main seal trad SBC minus the front and the head deck surface, all the bottom end measurements are the same.
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