haroldpo6 wrote:
I got it from Camping World and they said it was a small block 360cu engine, not. It is a big block for sure. Engine runs,starts like new.
Distributor is in front right side engine.
I got it from Camping World and they said it was a small block 360cu engine, not. It is a big block for sure. Engine runs,starts like new.
Distributor is in front right side engine.
By the way, welcome to this thread. I hope we'll hear from you often and you'll become a regular.
Distributor in front, towards radiator = big block.
Distributor in rear, towards transmission = small block.
Sparkplugs in middle of valve covers = Hemi.
That's it, all you need to see to tell which an older Mopar V8 is.
It's very unlikely there was an engine swap somewhere in the past. Because, you have to also change transmissions to go from a small block to a big block or vice versa. The bell housing bolt pattern is different and, on automatics, the gearbox case and bell housing are one unit.
Just as with the V8 engines, you can tell whether an automatic transmission is for a small block or big block by measuring how far apart the top two bolt holes on the bell housing are. On big block transmissions, the bolt holes are closer together. On small block transmissions, the bolt holes are farther apart. (Can't recall exact dimension, because I have enough experience to tell just by looking.)
By the way, many people think the "A" in A727, A518, and so on, means automatic ... it doesn't, it means aluminum case. When Mopar introduced automatic transmissions back in the 50's, they had iron cases and the bigger, heavier duty one was sometimes listed as just 727, with out the A. The TorqueFlite label started with the iron case versions and was carried over to the aluminum case versions.
If I get a chance, I'll try to track down a source for a new big block dipstick for you.
1970 Explorer Class A on a 1969 Dodge M300 chassis with 318 cu. in. (split year)
1972 Executive Class A on a Dodge M375 chassis with 413 cu. in.
1973 Explorer Class A on a Dodge RM350 (R4) chassis with 318 engine & tranny from 1970 Explorer Class A
Milodon Stainless Steel Oil Dipsticks 22070, while a bit pricey, is a candidate. I found it on Summit Racing Equipment -- This link should take you to the item listing.
I used Mopar 440 cu. in. RB big block engine for the search limiter and oil pan dipstick for the key words. Reviews are mostly favorable.
Another, less expensive candidate is Mopar Performance Chrome Engine Oil Dipsticks P4349629, also available through Summit.
You don't have to buy from Summit, other places (like Jegs) carries the same or similar products so shop around.
Another possibility is the Parts Department at your local Dodge dealer, although a replacement dipstick may be "No longer available."
Common ground systems can cause just as many, or even more, problems as "supply-side" wiring and connections in motor vehicle electrical systems. (Obviously, that includes our motorhomes.)
First, people tend to overlook this very important second connection that completes the circuit. Compared to the clearly visible wires on the "supply-side" connections, the ground-side is not readily apparent and people often don't consider the problems they're trying to fix may be on that side of the circuit.
(I have fallen prey to this lapse, although repeated experience has taught me to keep it in mind.)
The same problems that arise on the "supply-side" connections due to dirty, loose, or corroded connections can occur on the ground-side. When these problems occur on the ground-side, it becomes much more laborious to find and fix the problem due to the difficulty in identifying connection paths.
Metal bodywork and chassis is less than ideal for connections versus copper wires. Likewise, the absence of a clear connection path can lead to inadvertently interrupting the connection. Furthermore, almost all the metal in a vehicle is effectively a ground and can lead to unwanted connections, usually in the form of a short circuit.
* This post was edited 06/18/17 02:13pm by Griff in Fairbanks *
Griff in Fairbanks wrote:
@haroldpo6 - Assuming you have an OEM oil pan (versus a large capacity aftermarket pan), 6 quarts plus one for the filter.
Milodon Stainless Steel Oil Dipsticks 22070, while a bit pricey, is a candidate. I found it on Summit Racing Equipment -- ***Link Removed***
I used Mopar 440 cu. in. RB big block engine for the search limiter and oil pan dipstick for the key words. Reviews are mostly favorable.
Another, less expensive candidate is Mopar Performance Chrome Engine Oil Dipsticks P4349629, also ***Link Removed***.
You don't have to buy from Summit, other places (like Jegs) carries the same or similar products so shop around.
Another possibility is the Parts Department at your local Dodge dealer, although a replacement dipstick may be "No longer available."
@haroldpo6 - Assuming you have an OEM oil pan (versus a large capacity aftermarket pan), 6 quarts plus one for the filter.
Milodon Stainless Steel Oil Dipsticks 22070, while a bit pricey, is a candidate. I found it on Summit Racing Equipment -- ***Link Removed***
I used Mopar 440 cu. in. RB big block engine for the search limiter and oil pan dipstick for the key words. Reviews are mostly favorable.
Another, less expensive candidate is Mopar Performance Chrome Engine Oil Dipsticks P4349629, also ***Link Removed***.
You don't have to buy from Summit, other places (like Jegs) carries the same or similar products so shop around.
Another possibility is the Parts Department at your local Dodge dealer, although a replacement dipstick may be "No longer available."
Another thread says it needs to be 27" total. With 7 qts the oil is 2 qts past full on my stck.
The two big blocks (a 383 and 413) I have access to are difficult to reach. (The 383 my daughter's going to put in her '59 Savoy is at her place and there's a bunch of stuff piled on the doghouse over the 413.)
Maybe Vintage Mopar or Leeann can help a bit, at least to determine if your set-up is OEM or aftermarket. Also, get under there, clean the pan, and look for a label or stamp on the pan ... or plugged bungs (looking like a drain) on the side of the pan versus under it.
The car and truck big and small blocks are essentially the same. Oil pans are different for cars and trucks, due to axle location. However, to the best of my knowledge, dipsticks are more or less straight up and down, through the block. I cannot recall ever seeing a dipstick that makes a 90 degree turn, on Mopar, Chevys, Fords, or Internationals.
Take a look at Milodon 22080.
* This post was edited 06/18/17 09:05pm by Griff in Fairbanks *
Griff in Fairbanks wrote:
It sounds like you have an aftermarket oil pan, in which case you're kinda on your own ...
The two big blocks (a 383 and 413) I have access to are difficult to reach. (The 383 my daughter's going to put in her '59 Savoy is at her place and there's a bunch of stuff piled on the doghouse over the 413.)
Maybe Vintage Mopar or Leeann can help a bit, at least to determine if your set-up is OEM or aftermarket. Also, get under there, clean the pan, and look for a label or stamp on the pan ... or plugged bungs (looking like a drain) on the side of the pan versus under it.
The car and truck big and small blocks are essentially the same. Oil pans are different for cars and trucks, due to axle location. However, to the best of my knowledge, dipsticks are more or less straight up and down, through the block. I cannot recall ever seeing a dipstick that makes a 90 degree turn, on Mopar, Chevys, Fords, or Internationals.
Take a look at Milodon 22080.
It sounds like you have an aftermarket oil pan, in which case you're kinda on your own ...
The two big blocks (a 383 and 413) I have access to are difficult to reach. (The 383 my daughter's going to put in her '59 Savoy is at her place and there's a bunch of stuff piled on the doghouse over the 413.)
Maybe Vintage Mopar or Leeann can help a bit, at least to determine if your set-up is OEM or aftermarket. Also, get under there, clean the pan, and look for a label or stamp on the pan ... or plugged bungs (looking like a drain) on the side of the pan versus under it.
The car and truck big and small blocks are essentially the same. Oil pans are different for cars and trucks, due to axle location. However, to the best of my knowledge, dipsticks are more or less straight up and down, through the block. I cannot recall ever seeing a dipstick that makes a 90 degree turn, on Mopar, Chevys, Fords, or Internationals.
Take a look at Milodon 22080.
haroldpo6 wrote:
Griff in Fairbanks wrote:
It sounds like you have an aftermarket oil pan, in which case you're kinda on your own ...
The two big blocks (a 383 and 413) I have access to are difficult to reach. (The 383 my daughter's going to put in her '59 Savoy is at her place and there's a bunch of stuff piled on the doghouse over the 413.)
Maybe Vintage Mopar or Leeann can help a bit, at least to determine if your set-up is OEM or aftermarket. Also, get under there, clean the pan, and look for a label or stamp on the pan ... or plugged bungs (looking like a drain) on the side of the pan versus under it.
The car and truck big and small blocks are essentially the same. Oil pans are different for cars and trucks, due to axle location. However, to the best of my knowledge, dipsticks are more or less straight up and down, through the block. I cannot recall ever seeing a dipstick that makes a 90 degree turn, on Mopar, Chevys, Fords, or Internationals.
Take a look at Milodon 22080.
It sounds like you have an aftermarket oil pan, in which case you're kinda on your own ...
The two big blocks (a 383 and 413) I have access to are difficult to reach. (The 383 my daughter's going to put in her '59 Savoy is at her place and there's a bunch of stuff piled on the doghouse over the 413.)
Maybe Vintage Mopar or Leeann can help a bit, at least to determine if your set-up is OEM or aftermarket. Also, get under there, clean the pan, and look for a label or stamp on the pan ... or plugged bungs (looking like a drain) on the side of the pan versus under it.
The car and truck big and small blocks are essentially the same. Oil pans are different for cars and trucks, due to axle location. However, to the best of my knowledge, dipsticks are more or less straight up and down, through the block. I cannot recall ever seeing a dipstick that makes a 90 degree turn, on Mopar, Chevys, Fords, or Internationals.
Take a look at Milodon 22080.
Google 1977 Dodge D300 440 oil pan.
Tried to post pics, no luck.
haroldpo6 wrote:
Nope, OEM oil pan
Google 1977 Dodge D300 440 oil pan.
Tried to post pics, no luck.
Nope, OEM oil pan
Google 1977 Dodge D300 440 oil pan.
Tried to post pics, no luck.
This is an OEM RB big block pan.
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