383 Stroker oil pan choices?
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383 Stroker oil pan choices?
I'm getting ready to seal up the bottom end of my 383 stroker. I wanted to know what oil pans you guys are using for your stroker engines. I'm using the Eagle ESP kit with Hbeam 5.7 rods. I also wanted to use a windage tray if possible.
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Car: '85 Camaro
Engine: LS1
Transmission: T56
Axle/Gears: 3.73
how about this Moroso oil pan? The part # is MOR-20180 and says that its made for 82-92 camaros. Will this one clear? I hope so because i got it for free and going to put it on my 383
Here is the link:
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...OR-20180&N=120 4294925232 4294925173 301046
Here is the link:
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...OR-20180&N=120 4294925232 4294925173 301046
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i would get that canton oil pan but its like twice the price of the Moroso oil pan. My block is a 2-piece and has the driver side Dipstick
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I just used the stock pan punched out a bit where it needed clearnance.
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i used the stock pan and used a hammer to bang out the spots where the rods hit. I did not use any windage tray. I orginally cut out a couple holes in the stock one but I could nto find any ARP bolts thatheld the oil pump AND windage tray on. I guess GM used a stud for this and then put a second nut on the stud after the tray was installed. I didnt want to reuse those 3 old studs and use ARP bolts for the rest so I just did with out the tray. I hope I dont kick myself for making that decision
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Says max stroke for that moroso (MOR-20180) is a 350 crank, does it clear a 400 crank or not? I have a 350 right now but I really wouldnt wanna buy another oil pan if i decide to throw a 383 in there.
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Says max stroke .... is a 350 crank, does it clear a 400 crank or not
I sure wouldn't buy it and expect it to work in that combo, given what they say. Sounds like they have some BTDT so I'd listen to them. But that's just me.
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Who, me? Jackass? I just quoted you, that's all. Sorry if it hurt. Sometimes the mirror is a bit harsh when somebody else holds it in front of one.
It's also possible that with "minor modifications" (read: beat it with a BFH) that it could be made to fit. It's also possible that what rods you use may impact that, just like it does block clearancing and cam selection. In other words, it's about guaranteed not to fit a stock 400 setup (stock rods), but when used with parts other than that, how could they or anybody else possibly answer that question?
It's also possible that with "minor modifications" (read: beat it with a BFH) that it could be made to fit. It's also possible that what rods you use may impact that, just like it does block clearancing and cam selection. In other words, it's about guaranteed not to fit a stock 400 setup (stock rods), but when used with parts other than that, how could they or anybody else possibly answer that question?
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Originally posted by DevilsAddvocate
jbenge has a 383 and is using that pan im just trying 2 find out if anybody else is so stop being such a jack ***
jbenge has a 383 and is using that pan im just trying 2 find out if anybody else is so stop being such a jack ***
I'd do what most people do... use the stock pan. If it does hit, pull out your BFH and make room. Its not hard if you take your time and be careful. Its ALOT cheaper and quicker than buying a new pan and waiting for it to get to you anyway.
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