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STOCKISH · 03-31-2009, 10:40 AM

I PROMISE I tried the search function first. Does anyone know if the LS1 vette oil pan and accessories(including A/C) will fit in my 72 Super without the oil pan hanging down below the frame? I know the CTS-V oil pan works great (thanks to the posts on this great forum) But need to know about the Vette oil pan. All help is greatly appreciated. Thanks alot guys and gals.--Josh

Sicmaro · 03-31-2009, 11:05 AM

the depth of the pan i don't see being the issue, its going to be the fins that kick out from each side of the vette pan. I don't know about this into a truck, but i have worked on many vette's and they are an odd shaped pan.

71BB_LWB · 03-31-2009, 11:30 AM

Try here www.ls1tech.com
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids-28/
There is a lot of info there. Good Luck.

Ackattack · 03-31-2009, 12:25 PM

My engine came with a vette pan and front accessories

The vette pan doesn't work

The accessories will work. The A/C compressor is VERY close and I did just a little clearancing on the frame to get the refrigerant line to fit by.

piecesparts · 03-31-2009, 12:43 PM

It is my assumption, from meetings with Mark Campbell at Street and Performance, that the Vette pan is not good for the truck layout. You will either want the Camaro pan or the GM truck pan for your install. If the truck is lowered the aluminum truck pan hangs pretty low and could cause a dragging issue. There are aftermarket pans made by Milodon and Moroso that fit these engines too. Theyare pricey, but are made of metal instead of aluminum and the pan does not hang as low as the GM truck pans.

Ackattack · 03-31-2009, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by piecesparts

It is my assumption, from meetings with Mark Campbell at Street and Performance, that the Vette pan is not good for the truck layout. You will either want the Camaro pan or the GM truck pan for your install. If the truck is lowered the aluminum truck pan hangs pretty low and could cause a dragging issue. There are aftermarket pans made by Milodon and Moroso that fit these engines too. Theyare pricey, but are made of metal instead of aluminum and the pan does not hang as low as the GM truck pans.

Oh, I'm now using a camaro oil pan

STOCKISH · 03-31-2009, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ackattack

Oh, I'm now using a camaro oil pan

Is there any way you could post a pic showing how far the Camaro oil pan hangs down? I would appreciate it. Also, what engine mounts are you using? Thanks

tvaughnduncan8 · 03-31-2009, 05:11 PM

I did the LS1 swap in my 68' SWB stepside and decided to go with the Hummer oil pan and the alum. relocating motor mount bracket and had no problems.

**Hart_Rod** · 03-31-2009, 05:24 PM

I used the CTsV pan. Here's a few pictures and a link to the different pans.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...40#post2818040

OBTW, I used the ECE motor mounts.
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03-31-2009, 10:40 AM	#1
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	LS1 Question I PROMISE I tried the search function first. Does anyone know if the LS1 vette oil pan and accessories(including A/C) will fit in my 72 Super without the oil pan hanging down below the frame? I know the CTS-V oil pan works great (thanks to the posts on this great forum) But need to know about the Vette oil pan. All help is greatly appreciated. Thanks alot guys and gals.--Josh __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

03-31-2009, 11:05 AM	#2
Sicmaro Always wrenching!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 301	Re: LS1 Question the depth of the pan i don't see being the issue, its going to be the fins that kick out from each side of the vette pan. I don't know about this into a truck, but i have worked on many vette's and they are an odd shaped pan. __________________ 71 C-10 5.3L/4L60E 72 Camaro LS6/4L60E 06 Duramax 19 RZR XP4 turbo Dynamix 56 Belair 5.3/4L60E swap in progress

03-31-2009, 11:30 AM	#3
71BB_LWB Thread Killer! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Chandler, Arizona Posts: 235	Re: LS1 Question Try here www.ls1tech.com http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids-28/ There is a lot of info there. Good Luck. __________________ 71 Cheyenne SWB LS1 and auto. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=256470 _____________________________________ If it's worth doing, it's worth doing twice... _____________________________________ Don't Mistake Honesty for Negativity...

03-31-2009, 12:25 PM	#4
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,525	Re: LS1 Question My engine came with a vette pan and front accessories The vette pan doesn't work The accessories will work. The A/C compressor is VERY close and I did just a little clearancing on the frame to get the refrigerant line to fit by. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

03-31-2009, 12:43 PM	#5
piecesparts Parts and more parts Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Lebo, Kansas (middle of nowhere Posts: 6,821	Re: LS1 Question It is my assumption, from meetings with Mark Campbell at Street and Performance, that the Vette pan is not good for the truck layout. You will either want the Camaro pan or the GM truck pan for your install. If the truck is lowered the aluminum truck pan hangs pretty low and could cause a dragging issue. There are aftermarket pans made by Milodon and Moroso that fit these engines too. Theyare pricey, but are made of metal instead of aluminum and the pan does not hang as low as the GM truck pans.

03-31-2009, 05:11 PM	#8
tvaughnduncan8 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Lyman, S.C. Posts: 8	Re: LS1 Question I did the LS1 swap in my 68' SWB stepside and decided to go with the Hummer oil pan and the alum. relocating motor mount bracket and had no problems.

03-31-2009, 05:24 PM	#9
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,859	Re: LS1 Question I used the CTsV pan. Here's a few pictures and a link to the different pans. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...40#post2818040 OBTW, I used the ECE motor mounts. . Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 Last edited by Hart_Rod; 03-31-2009 at 05:30 PM.

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