New oil pan
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New oil pan
I took the oil pan off my new to me 1981 C3 (original pan and engine). It's got a massive dent and the threads are crossed. I think it's leaking from both (dent has a tiny hole) so I need a new pan. Summit Racing in GA is only an hour away so I'm considering driving there to pick one up. I notice massive differences in prices. The summit pan is $40 and the chevy pan is $143. Any thoughts or suggestions?
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They have a diamond windage tray that fits it perfect as well. Jamb that in there if you want to help with oil control.
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Ages ago I had an oil pan puncture on freeway. I removed the oil pan and had it brazed. I'm gathering that you could get it straightened-out and do something like that. The cross-threading can also be repaired. Whatever you do - don't discard it if you do get a new one... until you verify you have one that fits.
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From: Kernersville NC
Ages ago I had an oil pan puncture on freeway. I removed the oil pan and had it brazed. I'm gathering that you could get it straightened-out and do something like that. The cross-threading can also be repaired. Whatever you do - don't discard it if you do get a new one... until you verify you have one that fits.
