Cheap Junkyard L98 Bottom End Replacements
09-11-2005, 07:06 PM
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Cheap Junkyard L98 Bottom End Replacements
I tried to search but I must not have the right keywords. I'm trying to compile a list of possible donor cars/trucks so when the bottom end of an L98 goes we can goto the junkyard and look for possible donors of a replacement block. I know this isnt the most reliable way to go about this, but this is for a tight budget. I guess we are looking for the 14088XXX castings or any SBC that came with a 1 piece rear main seal and works with a 168 tooth flexplate. Or if there are other blocks that will work, would appreciate the leads. Can you guys help me compile this list?
09-11-2005, 08:42 PM
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Car: Camaro Z281991 Engine: 5.7L/350 TPI Transmission: TH700R4 ··································· Car: Acura CL 1998
Engine: 3.0L/183
Transmission: 4 spd auto/OD
14088526...350...87-89.......Roller cam, one-piece rear seal
14088548...350...86-88...2 or 4
14088551...305...86-87...2...one-piece rear main seal
www.mortec.com
this one could work too
10243880...350...95-00...2 or 4...Vortec truck, Gen.I crate motors and "ZZ4", roller cam, one piece rear seal
14088548...350...86-88...2 or 4
14088551...305...86-87...2...one-piece rear main seal
www.mortec.com
this one could work too
10243880...350...95-00...2 or 4...Vortec truck, Gen.I crate motors and "ZZ4", roller cam, one piece rear seal
09-11-2005, 11:34 PM
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Car: 82 Berlinetta/57 Bel Air
Engine: LS1/LQ4
Transmission: 4L60E/4L80E
Axle/Gears: 12B-3.73/9"-3.89
My ZZ crate was a 638 block.
Any '86-later 350 block will work as far as the crank and flexplate (153 tooth, by the way) are concerned. '87-later required for roller cam, and most likely passenger car, not truck.
Any '86-later 350 block will work as far as the crank and flexplate (153 tooth, by the way) are concerned. '87-later required for roller cam, and most likely passenger car, not truck.
09-12-2005, 02:36 AM
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Hey thanks for the leads guys (and the correction on the flexplate). I'm gonna continue my searches at the yard and hopefully I can compile a list of year/make/model GM's that fit the bill. Thanks again!! 
09-16-2005, 08:55 AM
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Hahaha not yet but pretty soon!!! LOL!! This one actually happened to a friend while coasting downhill off the throttle after some fun on the mountain. Kinda weird because it was working fine for like 10 minutes after hammering it, then it just gave out really quick out of nowhere. Marbles in a can. The experience has made me realize how easily this could happen to me. Must be prepared ...
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