Have any of you used the water pump adapter plate (p/n MEE390) that Jim Carter sells for using a 216 water pump on a 235? I’d like to know how it worked out, any problems, etc.
I just installed a completely rebuilt 1955 235 in my 1940 GMC pickup. I used the standard short shaft conversion water pump. Well it turns out that the fan blade is hitting the lower radiator outlet because the water pump is too low. Carter’s adapter plate is suppose to let you use the high position 216 water pump.
In Carter’s catalog it says you must drill and tap two 5/16” holes in the block to use this plate. Can this be done with the engine in the truck? I really don’t want to pull the engine back out.
I appreciate any thoughts.
Steve
