Re: IML: Dented Oil Pan

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Tim, besides the pick-up being smashed against the bottom of the pan, the pick-up tube may be cracked at the threaded end in the block, causing the pump to suck air. Dave.

 

> -------------- Original message -------------- 
> From: Tim Durrer <tdkd99@xxxxxxxxx> 
>
> > The oil pan on my '73 440 has a sizable dent dead 
> > center on the bottom. I also have low oil pressure. My 
> > Dad seems to think the bottom of the pan may be 
> > pressed against the oil pick up screen. The pressure 
> > also seems to drop when the engine speed is increased. 
> > 
> > 
> > What do you guys think? 
> > 
> > Thanks, 
> > 
> > Tim Durrer 
> > 73 Blue Sky 
> > 
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