Which 3.8 blocks are worth having for 'our' use?

[Timbuick]

Guys, i've been offered a Buick v6 motor for next to nothing, but I dont have the number off the block yet. Over here in the UK all Buick parts are scarce so i should at least know if it is worth having.
I have this list;

Buick V6 History

Other than the 86/87 yr blocks, which other years can I use for a turbo build up at some future stage?

Many thanks.

 

[charlief1]

Any of the even fire engines can be used. If you've got an 86-87 then you'd have to drill the hole for the oil return and that's about it.

 

[forzfed]

Any of the even fire engines can be used. If you've got an 86-87 then you'd have to drill the hole for the oil return and that's about it.

Did you mean to say 84/85?

 

[charlief1]

Did you mean to say 84/85?

85 and earlier cars drain the oil from the turbo through the intake. The 86-87 cars have a hole drilled in the front of the block so you'd have to drill and tap the hole for the drain.

 

[Turbo-Archie]

One guy is talking cars, other guy is talking blocks...


Or you can run the return to the oil pan...



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[forzfed]

Too early in the morning. I was talking blocks and Charlie cars.

 

[charlief1]

Too early in the morning. I was talking blocks and Charlie cars.

LOL I was revering to the blocks in relation to the cars.:biggrin: An earlier block will need the drain back hole drilled if it's intended to be used in an 86-87 car.:smile:

 

[Turbo-Archie]

An earlier block will need the drain back hole drilled if it's intended to be used in an 86-87 car.:smile:

Or you can run the return to the oil pan...



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:biggrin:


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