hello~
i dropped a new caprice 350 crate motor inmy 86 tpi (305) iroc~im allmost done, but i have run across a couple minor problems:
1) my new tpi intake manifold only has 2 holes in front ~ my 86 tpi manifold has 3. i have no hole for the water temp sensor~~should i tap a third hole for it or is there a alternate location for this temp sensr (like in the head)
2)new motor has a hole in oil pan for a low oil sensor~does anyone know what size (thread pitch etc.) plug to use?
so far thats about it ~ thanks

 

Does the crate motor have centerbolt valve covers? I am just wondering.

 

The hole in question in the intake is for the sensor for the 9th injector (cold start injector). If you are not in a cold area you can get rid of the 9th injector cause you don't need it. If you're in a wintery place then you will have to fix something up. As for the oil pan I am not sure. The small sensor is the cold temp sensor the big one is not needed if in a warm climate.