Yes, a valley pan does as you speak. They are popular on big blocks. But, I’ve never seen them made for small blocks. I’ve never seen intake gaskets that block them either. Not saying someone out there doesn’t make them. A valley pan works. But, a gasket that covers a crossover is worthless. In short time, it will rip through. I think that’s why they only make valley pans that block them. I’m not in favor of either. They both will fail in short time. Same as, blocking it with a tin can.
Thank you. Yes, I don’t know a lot about torque converters . The car will rev through the gears to 3500 - 4k rpm from a stop. If I give it the beans, lol ! Not 2200 as you stated. That’s a big difference in reference to a low compression engine. I don’t know much about torque converters in reference to it being an improvement or not to one case scenario or another. I understand enough. Torque converters, not so much. Lol !
