Hello,
I'm considering modifying my oil pan to use an oil temp sensor from Aeroforce.
My question:
How simple and straight forward is the removal and installation of the oil pan?
I realize there is no gasket, so what is used to seal it?

What all am I going to have to disconnect to get the oil pan off? Once the bolts are out will it be a pain in the ass to get the oil pan off the block?
Thanks,

 

use this to seal it up after removal of the OLD sealant.
http://www.permatex.com/products/aut...sket_maker.htm

oil pan removal is pretty straight forward, once all the bolts are removed (i can't remember if there are any other interferances) use a pry bar and gently start pulling the pan away from the block. patience is a virtue, believe me.

 

So where is the best place to get an oil pan from? I dont feel comfortable modifying mine myself if its the only one I have. Id like to have an extra for 'in case' i screw up.

 

Good info, thank you sir (or mam?)

 

best place for an oil pan would be from a pick a part junk yard or from GM itself. i'm a dood btw

 

gm part number for bottm end engine sealant 12378521 you can get it from local gm dealer or here http://www.partscentralusa.com/Produ...6/Sealant.aspx

or use threebond1280b-gm