Oil pan question

[m79ded]

Hi

I have a 79 Dodge Magnum with a 451 in it and the oil pan that fits correctly is the 971 pan. That fits well but I would like more oil capacity like a 6qt pan. I looked at a 70 71 Hemi 6qt and it will definitely not clear the K-Member. I also looked at Mancini's and saw a decent pan MRE547 Fits: 1966-69 426 Hemi
An excellent reproduction of the oil pan used on 1966-69 426 hemi applications. Produced from heavy gauge steel with correct internal baffles as original. E-coated to prevent corrosion and to promote paint adhesion. Includes #5890 drain plug. Reference Chrysler part #2780 547.
I have seen those 7 or 8qt pans but the are too low and I prefered a lower profile pan.

I was wondering would that fit? has anyone tried it? Or should I just take the 971 pan I have and extend it by 1"
Thanks and any help would be appreciated

 

[Yatzee]

Hi

I have a 79 Dodge Magnum with a 451 in it and the oil pan that fits correctly is the 971 pan. That fits well but I would like more oil capacity like a 6qt pan. I looked at a 70 71 Hemi 6qt and it will definitely not clear the K-Member. I also looked at Mancini's and saw a decent pan MRE547 Fits: 1966-69 426 Hemi
An excellent reproduction of the oil pan used on 1966-69 426 hemi applications. Produced from heavy gauge steel with correct internal baffles as original. E-coated to prevent corrosion and to promote paint adhesion. Includes #5890 drain plug. Reference Chrysler part #2780 547.
I have seen those 7 or 8qt pans but the are too low and I prefered a lower profile pan.

I was wondering would that fit? has anyone tried it? Or should I just take the 971 pan I have and extend it by 1"
Thanks and any help would be appreciated

I would look into modification of an existing pan. Center sump pans are good for this type of modification. You can really increase the capacity without lowering the pan because there's a lot of room behind the sump to work with. You're really only going to do this once and it's a great option but make sure not to remove the existing metal until the new metal is added.This will prevent warppage of the rails which should be fastened securely on a flat surface before any welding. A good fab shop knows this.