Fitting an engine plate

Client: Wanna do a little dragster work?
Me: Sure, what you need?
Client: Engine plate going to a small block.
Me: Alright see you in a bit.
This is one of those times that layout skills come into play, and making a template really helps. Basically with the engine centered and angled correctly in the car. In the case I this hardtail dragster the pinion angle determines the engine angle as the centerline runs from the pinion they the trans and crankshaft. The other major placement is left right. The engine is centered in these chassis typically.
As I didn’t have a plate of aluminum in hand big enough to the plate, we went with one from Allstar Performance. The main thing to remember here is measure twice (maybe 3 times) and cut once. It may surprise you what you can accomplish with a level, angle gauge and a tape measure. If you like the video please comment, subscribe or share. Practice your skills or learn a new one. You never know how far they will take you.
Until next time.....
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Thanks for watching and have a great day!!

[@patrickjohnson7369]

Damn I have that exact file set that I've had for years!

[@FabRaceModRepeat]

I’ve had mine for a looonnnngg time as well. Great little set!

[@michaelwasson5490]

A little time and a few tools make for a good job and saves some money.

[@FabRaceModRepeat]

Indeed!
Thanks for watching

[@DvDjSpeedDemonVideoJunkies]

I'm new to engine plates... do you use any sealant or gasket between the plate and the engine on the water pump holes? Or just straight bolt 0n?

[@FabRaceModRepeat]

Yes, you would still use gasket or sealer at any point on the plate water pass thru.

[@DvDjSpeedDemonVideoJunkies]

@@FabRaceModRepeat awesome, thanks for your help. 👍

[@FabRaceModRepeat]

Dj SpeedDemon
No trouble at all.
Thanks for watching!

[@cyberdude721]

as far as the t bolts what kind of a bitch is it getting them on as I need to do this exact thing for my dragster, Harley exhaust came with one and I couldnt get it on?

[@FabRaceModRepeat]

Great question,
Usually they’re not that hard to work with however, in recent years I have encountered some with let’s say; less than quality threads. These are tough to get back loose if need be.