Windage trays...how many use em?

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Dec 6, 2002 | 08:12 PM

mp77

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Windage trays...how many use em?

Well, since I'm getting ready to do this engine swap next week I'm thinking about a windage tray. I have one on the stang. This will be my only opportunity to put one on. Do they help that much? I've heard claims of 10 to 15 hp. Is that about right? thanks :cool:

Dec 6, 2002 | 08:41 PM

Stoge

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (mp77)

I don't even know what one is.

Dec 6, 2002 | 08:41 PM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (mp77)

You will find one already in place.

Dec 6, 2002 | 08:44 PM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (paul79)

Here's a slightly different look....... :eek:

Dec 6, 2002 | 09:28 PM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (paul79)

Quote:

You will find one already in place.

I'm putting in a crate motor. Are you saying the stock motor in my vette(L48) will have a windage tray in it? :cheers:

Dec 6, 2002 | 09:41 PM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (mp77)

I am interested to know the results of the L-48 question. I thought only L-82's came with trays. For what it is worth I have always used trays on any engine I have built. For a couple of motors I used scrapers also. I think they help if you are running hard.
bob

Dec 6, 2002 | 10:18 PM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (67HEAVEN)

What happened?

Dec 6, 2002 | 10:21 PM

Paul L

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (bob)

Perhaps I made an assumption that was not valid. I assumed that all Corvette motors had them. Maybe not!

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Dec 6, 2002 | 10:51 PM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (paul79)

Paul 79 IN Late models C-3's only L-82's came with upgraded motor parts like the four bolt main and factory windage tray.

Yes, they are a good idea. If your buying one I liked the " Diamond Stripper " Every little bit helps1:)

Dec 7, 2002 | 08:02 AM

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Paul L

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (gkull)

Thanks! A person can never stop learning about these machines.

Dec 7, 2002 | 09:08 AM

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Re: Windage trays...how many use em? (gkull)

Thanks for the info gkull. I guess I will look around for one. Oreilly can order me one, but have to buy the pan. Either miloden or moroso. :cheers:

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