Sounds like one of the oil plugs is missing... I had the same problem when rebuilding my engine... left the plug out of the bottom (under the oil pan...)

Ken


1984 Toyota 4x4 Truck, 4.88's, 32x11.50's, weber 32/36, aux gas tank, Warn 9500i, SR5 guages, tilt/altimeter, Alpine stereo with dual 12's behind the seats.