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Old Aug 17, 2023 | 02:34 PM
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I need help in finding an oil pan. I have a 1984 c4 with a 1986 block. There is a problem with fit and clearance at the timing cover. 1984 oil pan fits but the pump wont clear. 1986 pan wont clear the subframe in the front
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Old Aug 17, 2023 | 02:58 PM
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If the 86 pan doesn't clear the frame at the front-first thing check your motor mounts. I had rubber mounts that wore and let the engine drop over 1/4 inch.
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Are you sure you have the crank rotated to a position which allows the pan to slide under and forward? I normally try to position at TDC for #4 cylinder firing, it may help you get the forward counterweight out of the way.
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You shouldn't be able to use the '84 pan on an '86 block, the '84 pan is for a 2-piece RMS and the '86 block has a 1-piece RMS!? How about a few pictures of the pans side by side and the internals of each pan. The advice above about proper crank/rod rotation should do the trick👍
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