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gasserx:
I need a new oilpan, the one i have is too tall for my car.
What are the rules regarding ground clearance?
And what pan should i look for? SBC...

dreracecar:
I use a Milodon dragster pan with the kickout (no starter) , Aluminum pans are OK but if you do something that makes them start to leak, harder to find a tig welder at some tracks, but can always find a torch rig. 2" is minimum oil pan clearence, must leave room for either the tray or diaper

dusterdave173:
Milodon 31145 is popular and works well--I am guessing you have a two piece rear seal block--I would ask Jim that sold you the engine--he may have others he could sell
show a photo of the pan you have that will not work---what is depth at the rear? That way you can compare to ones you want
Milodon also makes a pan with a kickout which usually makes a few more HP but big deal you have an engine that went 5.20's so it is Plenty strong!! and that kick out pan is expensive
Let's see what you are working with and we can help

gasserx:
I`ll give the exact measurements later as i dont remember them at the moment (and im not at home now).

The oil pan on the engine is very similar to this:

Draw 3D:
On my SBC, I'm using the Milodon #31170.

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