can I do this?

[black_81_vette]

Hello I have to replace the engine in my 81,the trouble im having is finding a replacement that has the passenger side dipstick. can I use the pre 80 style block? wich oil pan can I use?

 

[brusso]

Does the dipstick tube go into the pan or the block? If pan, can't you use the original pan on new block?

 

[black_81_vette]

side of the block