Recent content by Eric440

Alright! Pretty relieved to have found out the issue. Still, a little nervous thinking about changing the pan, but is what it is.

Probably what I am going to do. I believe that is the only real solution. Next question is, can I change the pan and sump without lifting the engine?

It is the tightest against the pan when the wheels are straight (castle nuts aren’t even tight on the link yet), but I would think 1/4” would be enough at that point. If I used a couple of these shims, I would probably need them to be .375”.

I did try raising the trans and I can only go about 3/8”, which only gives me another 1/8” at the pan. So isn’t enough to clear.

Afternoon gents, I went back and got some pics for you to analyze. In the first few shots you can see how close it is and where it’s rubbing. This is with the steering turned full lock to the right, and then almost back straight. Then, the last photo shows you the depth of the pan above the...

Thank you for the quick response Challenger RTA. I’ll check it and post a photo. I’m just worried it’s the pan.

Good afternoon all, I’ve been trying to get this car back together for years now and finally putting the steering/suspension back together. Using all factory parts, minus Hotchkis tie rods, my original center link wants to rub the oil pan. Oil pan is a Mopar 7 qt. deep sump. Was originally a...