Pete,

Yes, that explains it.

The bottom line is, as you and others note, the relocation plate is the all-round best solution.

Nonetheless, I hope that nels1954 is able to find/adapt what he is looking for (as yar has suggested).

Tim
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1954 3106 Carryall Suburban
1954 3104 5-window pickup w/Hydra-Matic
The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.