Thread: Chevy 4.3 V6 oil pan question

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Howdy-
I have a Vortec V-6 4.3 in my Model T hot rod. I can't see the serial # as it's about 1/2 inch from the firewall, but I do know it's the roller lifter model. It has an aluminum oil pan on it, that is VERY close (within 4 inches) of the pavement...what I am wondering is, is there a steel replacement pan and pickup I can use? I see them from Dorman, Jeg's, Summit, etc, but nobody is able to tell me if it will fit on my (I assume) 1996 and later block...I'd like to find with with either a thicker front and more shallow sump, but would be okay with one that has the "wings" a la dirt track car, off the side of the sump. I just need something that, if I hit a rock, might dent rather than crack, or need an arc or acetylene welder, instead of a MIG...
If you have any ideas, please let me know, either here or at
kaferdave@charter.net

Thanks !!!