Canton Oil Pan

Jim Dewar · 10-10-05, 04:15 PM

Has anyone used a Canton #15630 9qt. road race oil pan on a 302 block in a RF chassis? I think there are 2 possibilities, 7qt.(15610) or 9qt.(15630). I'am not sure about the 13 1/2" depth.
Thanks in advance for your responses.

Ron Earp · 10-10-05, 04:24 PM

I've used the 7, fits like a glove. Got one on my motor now, you can see it in the "New RF motor" thread in the Engines forum. In fact, you saw it installed in the car I think!

R

Peter Olliviere · 10-10-05, 04:58 PM

Jim,
I'm also using the 7 (15-610).

Peter

Jim Dewar · 10-10-05, 05:08 PM

Thanks Ron and Peter, I wonder if the 9 quart will clear the chassis? I will likely order the same as yours.

Dan Weilacher · 10-10-05, 07:35 PM

Hi Jim and all. There have been several posts on here that talk about pans fitting the RF.
pan post
I have been wondering if my pan would fit, and if so If I would need to relocate the plug. I have a 9qt moroso pan.
Well today I spent some time so I could sleep better at night and maybe it will help someone else as well, no matter what brand they buy. My pan is 8 inches deep, by 10 1/2 inches for the front sump, front edge to the aft end, not counting the aft end oil plug sticking out.I pulled my short block off the stand , tacked on the pan , and slid her in . [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img] [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]. As you can see it fits with plenty of room to spare. I can even get the plug out with no problems at all, Not even close,,, wheww,,LOL.
This is with the engine level.

Dan Weilacher · 10-10-05, 07:38 PM

Another shot, about flush with the bottom too, (remember the dropped floor is a inch lower than this).It seems everyone copies each others pan, as mine has the same 4 diagonal positioned hinged doors as well, plus a plate above to I think de-airate the oil.

Jim Dewar · 10-10-05, 08:10 PM

Wow Dan!!!!!!! I didn't expect you to install your engine to give me an answer.
Thanks,

Dan Weilacher · 10-10-05, 08:16 PM

Anything for you Jim, now how the heck do I get it back out, LOL. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif[/img]Actually its already back on the stand and at least I know I wont have to tear it back apart for a pan that wont fit.

DMatt · 10-10-05, 08:20 PM

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Wow Dan!!!!!!! I didn't expect you to install your engine to give me an answer.
Thanks,

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Hey, that's the kind of guy he is. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif[/img]

Hershal Byrd · 10-12-05, 02:33 AM

Here is that other thread where oil pans were discussed.

http://www.gt40s.com/ubbthreads/show...0/page/0#65023

Hersh [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif[/img]