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Old 05-21-2009, 09:43 PM
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Is it possible to change a big block oil pan with the engine in place?

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Old 05-21-2009, 09:50 PM
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Never done it but I would have to say yes..
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yes you can change it, you will need to drop the tie rod, but then it is no problem.
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Old 05-22-2009, 06:22 AM
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2, and remove the oil filter, clutch dust cover BEFORE you try to lower it.
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I just did this on my 65 small block, I know you were asking about a BB but I thought I would pass this along. I un-bolted the idler arm from the frame and that allowed the tie rods etc to drop down with plenty of room for the oil pan to drop down.
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Thanks everybody for the prompt replies. Wish all of you a safe and happy holiday weekend.

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IFRC, you have to drop the starter on a big block, but a very easy pan to drop.
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