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09-19-2016, 06:09 PM

Djstright

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Oil fill tube

I found a manifold in the box of a truck that fits an fe engine and is a 4bbl and has a spot for an oil fill tube but I can't find where to buy one any ideas?

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09-19-2016, 10:07 PM

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I'd measure the ID of the hole, get a freeze plug the same size and block the hole off, then use the oil fill in the valve cover like normal.
The oil fill tube dates that manifold back to the late fifties/mid sixties.

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09-19-2016, 10:44 PM

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Ford O E Style 390 406 427 428 Oil Fill Tube | eBay

you still need to have the proper oil fill cap as well.

Personally unless building a period correct early FE with closed valve covers, Mike's advice is best.

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