Anyone know for sure whether or not the factory late model roller cam components (lifters, spider etc) can be used to convert old style 350 block ( 68 model)? I've heard both that it can and cannot. I've got a factory steel crank, pink rods and a couple of usable old style blocks but don't care to spend a fortune converting to roller. Any advice would be greatly appreciated

 

You cannot use the OEM roller lifters in the older style block.

What i would do is get a retro-fit kit from a reliable manufacturer (Comp, Crane, ect...) It will come with all the stuff you need such as stiffer springs for your heads, cam button, retro-fit lifters, cam, timing chain, ect....

It will also give you peice of mind.

 

Thanks for the info, I didn't think they would but I've heard some say you can. Guess I'll just have to spend a little more cash