360 LA Main Bearing Oil Holes Look Funny?

My engine didn't come with the gun-drilled bolt you describe here. How to Assemble the Front of a Small Block Now to find one.

Seriously, I get more out of your articles than the book I wasted $30 on. I checked it to see about that special bolt, and it skips from sticking the cam in the block to putting the timing gear on. Apparently the cam retainer just jumped on there when he wasn't looking or something.


You will have to buy one from someone that tore down an engine as they are not available aftermarket that I have seen...

I also did another article on installing the camshaft today...

How to Rebuild a Small Block Part 8: Install the Camshaft

My engine cc one also got approved with that one now let's see if the link shows up differently...

How to Rebuild a Small Block Part 7a (Optional): CC the Engine Cylinder to Find Compression


My next one will be on installing the camshaft thrust plate in the very near future... Keep your eyes open... That one should help you with your bolt issue as there is more than one way to get that done...