Engine Pad BB Anomaly? Not Rectangular?
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Engine Pad BB Anomaly? Not Rectangular?
Hi members. I am thinking about buying another 70 LS5 454, and found one that I like. My problem is with the Engine pad, since I have not seen a BB engine pad that was not perfectly rectangular. I have owned two very original 454 cars this year, and both had perfectly rectangular pads.
I have attached a photo and would appreciate any opinions on this pad. I am not 100% sure on the stamping, but the VIN area looked perfect to me, although I'm not sure about the two number 1s in the Date, as mine have all had the 1 looking like the capital letter I.
Could this be a block from a truck, and not a passenger car? Could it be a casting anomaly?
I have also attached a photo of the 72 LS5 that I owned, which was owned by an older woman for 40 years, which I believe is definitely the original block.
Your opinions are appreciated.
Thank you,
Steve
I have attached a photo and would appreciate any opinions on this pad. I am not 100% sure on the stamping, but the VIN area looked perfect to me, although I'm not sure about the two number 1s in the Date, as mine have all had the 1 looking like the capital letter I.
Could this be a block from a truck, and not a passenger car? Could it be a casting anomaly?
I have also attached a photo of the 72 LS5 that I owned, which was owned by an older woman for 40 years, which I believe is definitely the original block.
Your opinions are appreciated.
Thank you,
Steve
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From: YANKEES UNIVERSE 70 454-LS5 500 ft-lbs Torque
I have seen many 70 454 engine pads,first one that looks like that.you might be right very well could be an anomaly as I have seen some strange pads on very original Big Blocks before.BTW,want other details on this LS5,colors,options,etc.Some very knowledgeable people here who I am sure will respond.
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What's the block casting number and casting date? These will tell you more about the block, then the shape of the pad.
I'm having a hard time seeing any broach on that pad. Are they there and just hidden by all of the pitting, or are they missing?
I'm having a hard time seeing any broach on that pad. Are they there and just hidden by all of the pitting, or are they missing?
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From: PHOENIX AZ. WHAT A MAN WON"T SPEND TO GIVE HIS ASS A RIDE
There is nothing missing only some of the machine stock left on the water pump pad below. Casting was shifted a little in the machining fixture so not all the extra stock was taken off.
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That would be my guess too although the pad surface looks a little wonky. Did someone take steel wool to it?
