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Author: | Rob Simmons [ Fri Nov 17, 2017 12:51 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Just for you Cookie. |
Author: | slantzilla [ Sat Nov 18, 2017 10:57 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Rob Simmons wrote: Just for you Cookie. I have the last Jeffrey tray/scraper package if'n ya fergot to make Cookie a template. (Like he was ever going to do anything with it anyway) |
Author: | Ron Hamby [ Sat Nov 18, 2017 11:30 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Rob it looks like the pickup is made up with flair fittings. It might be a good idea to weld in a bung and then weld the pickup to it and you would not have to worry about it coming loose again. Ron |
Author: | Rob Simmons [ Sun Nov 19, 2017 11:00 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Thanks Ron. I will look at that. |
Author: | Rob Simmons [ Mon Nov 27, 2017 7:16 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
I decided not to weld the pickup in the pan because it would make it harder to make sure it is completely clean the next time I disassemble it. It held together pretty well for Norm for several years before coming loose, so I reassembled it with red loc-tite and a lot of torque. I estimated the pan to be at 6 quart capacity in the sump. Maybe estimate another quart with the filter and the engine nooks and crannies (?) I need to make a dipstick to go in the side of the pan. The tube is a different design than the typical block type, so I need to look around at what will work and seal well. I have a couple other truck pans, but no pickups or dipsticks to go with them. Norm didn't use a dipstick that I remember. I also plan to use the "baffle/windage thingy" I made as it is mounted with locknuts and red loc-tite. The screen Norm had in there was still secured to the tabs. It had just fallen apart. I figure this homemade design will help with a little bit of slosh protection on launch and allow the oil to drain back into the sump well enough. I'll get it assembled and sealed back up once I get the dipstick made. Next step will be to reinstall the head. I'll have a couple questions on that soon.... |
Author: | Ron Hamby [ Mon Nov 27, 2017 12:48 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Progress |
Author: | Rob Simmons [ Mon Nov 27, 2017 1:58 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Every little bit helps... (usually ) |
Author: | Rob Simmons [ Thu Jan 25, 2018 2:06 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
I finally took a couple minutes to mount the dipstick in the side of the pan. I'll get the windage tray / baffle thingy mounted and get the oil pan sealed up maybe this weekend. Then I'll flip the engine over and start installing the head, etc. I realized it had been about two months since I posted anything, so I'd better do something... |
Author: | Dart270 [ Fri Jan 26, 2018 4:13 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Woohoo, progress!! Every 15-30 min session in the garage helps... Lou |
Author: | Dart270 [ Fri Jan 26, 2018 10:13 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
Looks like nice work! Can't wait to see the Lil Chal on the track again... Lou |
Author: | bmimken [ Fri Jan 26, 2018 5:09 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Rob's 1981 Dodge Challenger |
I like it Rob! You have given me ideas for my own oil pan. Keep plugging away at it. Brian |
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