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is there a metal oil pan available for this motor?

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is there one? plastic sux
 

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There’s nothing wrong with plastic oil pans…and these aren’t the only cars to use them.
 

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There’s nothing wrong with plastic oil pans…and these aren’t the only cars to use them.
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One of the benefits of plastic oil pans and cam covers is they don't transmit engine noises like metal does. Plastic can be molded to accept captured in place rubber gaskets also.
 

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^^ skid plate to protect oil pan if thats where it goes
 

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