I have a 87+ rollor motor and I swear I am running the Edelbrock 2 pc timing chain cover on it even though Jegs and Summit both say it wont fit any 87 and later engines. I am trying to buy new gaskets for it and I dont know if I need special ones specific to this cover or if I can get away with buying 2 regular gaskets. I know for a fact that my cover is from Edelbrock and it IS a 2 piece design. I also know for a fact that my engine is a 87+. what gives here.

 

The bolt patterns and gaskets are the same before and after 87. They're probably more concerned with it clearing the timing set.

 

well, it my timing set doesnt rub on it so it must work then. thanks

 

Yeah I used it too on my Roller block and no problems, the oil pan gasket is a little tighter of a fit but if you lube it up it will slid in no problem.

 

I just installed one on my '76 model engine. But that set has 3 studs tack welded to the " adapter" plate at the bottom to help pull the front cover to the back piece. It does require a special gasket. But you could probqably make your own without too much effort