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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 07:17 PM
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Aluminum oil pan?

Anybody know of a nice fabricated aluminum oil pan that will fit my 85 T/A with a small block? I would like extra oil capacity without hitting the pavement. (In other words, no lower than the stock one.)
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 07:19 PM
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Re: Aluminum oil pan?

What year is the block?
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 07:25 PM
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Re: Aluminum oil pan?

84. Pass side dip-stick. Forgot about that "small" detail, LOL.
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 07:34 PM
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Re: Aluminum oil pan?

I'm pretty sure Stef's makes one... expect to pay about $500.
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 08:11 PM
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Re: Aluminum oil pan?

check canton, i believe they have them as well. Also, im sure moroso has one
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Old Oct 31, 2008 | 11:50 PM
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Re: Aluminum oil pan?

Thanks guys! Does anyone have experience with any of these? I want one that fits right....
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