Replacement Metal Oil Drain Tube Question

[Dan C 2624R]

So I have a question for the collective.

I have a 72 TC which is in a body-off restoration, albeit a very slow one.

I am purchasing a replacement Aluminum Oil Drain Tube in lieu of the stock rubber one.
My question is I have a 701M block (engine is still in car) and I am told the length required for the 701M may be different, compared to a 711M.  The unit I am purchasing is designed for a 711M, so the question is will it work on my 701M block or should I measure my block and wait for a redesigned unit?

Any help would be appreciated.

Dan
2624R

[Grumblebuns]

I believe the 711M is the tall block. Can you modify the drain tube to fit?

Elan Tric Bits also has an aluminum drain tube.

http://elantrikbits.com/lotus-elan-blog/twin-cam-head-to-block-adjustable-oil-drainer-tube/

[Dan C 2624R]

Grumblebuns,
I found the info about the Aluminum replacement tube on the Elan board.
The supplier/fabricator brought up the 711 M when asking about my block to verify fitment.  He also asked for dimensions for a check.

As for modifying and I assume his AL tube, he is looking into it.  I am a ways off from the need but I am collecting for the eventual teardown/rebuild.

I am looking for additional info as he does his checking.

I will be taking some measurements of the block and pass them to him.

Thanks,
Dan

[Kendo]

Da, where are you getting this aluminum tube? Elantrikbits?

[Dan C 2624R]

Kendo,

Not Elantrikbits.  A member on LotusElan.net is fabricating these again.  He made some previously.
I saw a posting on a thread and reached out.

I am going to get some dimensions of my block tomorrow or over the weekend.

Dan