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Old 07-07-2011, 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by FWB View Post
honestly, the side oiler, (and i know i may get spanked by others for this)
has no advantage over the top oiler except will help keep a factory steel crank alive at high rpm. with the introduction of aftermarket crankshafts with SBC journal sizes the SO will give you bragging rights and a lighter wallet after paying for one. if the car is nicer with the top oiler then you've made your decision.
I know I'll get "spanked" for this, but I'd throw away (er, sell) both engines and build a new engine down the road with a Pond or CSX block and Edelbrock heads. Buy the better overall car and don't concentrate too much on the sideoiler versus topoiler engine dilemma. IMHO.
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