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04-23-2008, 05:36 PM

gmtechnician

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question on k-member

i was wondering if adding a tubular k-member would allow you to remove the oil pan with the k-member still in the car? and also what brand is the best?

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04-23-2008, 05:52 PM

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I've had the oil pan off my LT-1 with the stock k-member in place. All I had to do is loosen the motor mounts and lift the engine about an inch or so.

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04-24-2008, 02:30 AM

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looks like the pan would drop without removing the k member.looking at mine. umi double tubed and if you remove the rack and pinion you have about 2 2 1/2 inches of room.

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04-24-2008, 12:09 PM

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You still have to jack the motor up a bit off the k-frame, even if it's tubular(Spohn). I did when I swapped rod bolts.

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04-24-2008, 12:12 PM

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i got a bmr on mine cuss i ned the extra turbo room. i still havnt removed the pan with the new member but you have alot more room than before.and also do a search om k's cuss everyone has a different opinion as to the best one