Fiat 16v gearbox on 8v TC block?

[mike_torello]

I'd like to make an adapter plate before I purchase 2.0 16v engine, so I want to know can I use bolt patten from 1.6 8v i.e. Lancia engine or 2.0 8v carb Fiat engine (from Croma I think). If they are the same then I'll use these engine blocks I have as scheme for adapter plate, just need to find out hov thick it should be before I make it.

Thank you!

[Guy Croft]

Mike, hi

you should find the mounting bolts are common to 8v and 16v TCs, but check the starter location, because you can find that the 16v balance shafts may foul a non 16v gearbox.

GC