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10-07-2011, 03:39 PM
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Oil Pan Options/Which
So I am building a motor for my truck. 1980 block 350. The block has ability to put the dip stick on either side. The issue I have is trying to figure out what oil pan I want.
Is there anything special about fitment in the 67-72 vs all the rest? Cross-member clearance etc. Also for a street truck that might see a little work action should I consider an Aluminum pan? I really like the look and my motor is going to be black with Either Chrome or Aluminum accessories. Leaning towards alum. Or should I just go with a steel pan and call it good painting over to look good? My biggest concern wit hte aluminum is it breaking when hit on something vs bending.... What would you do?
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10-07-2011, 04:00 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Chattanooga, TN
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Re: Oil Pan Options/Which
The 80 up pans should all pretty much work. They are all configured about the same. I would stay with a steel pan and not chrome. Never had good luck with sealing a chrome pan.
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