Hello All,

Thoughts on the choice/function for motor plate and water pump configuration please...

I see the AEI plate vs the other shown style which has a cut to mimic the OEM water pump channeling on the front cover. As can be seen, the AEI plate covers the OEM front cover water passages and bolts the aftermarket pump as per usual method. The other style as noted exposes the front cover water passages and bolts on a water pump adapter (shown in red on drag pak motor) and then the water pump goes on after that.

We know they both accomplish the same thing, but would one method be preferred over the other for whatever reason(s)?

Thanks!