LT Engine Series Conversion Oil Pan for Engine Swaps
If you are dropping an LT engine into a classic ride and find the stock pan fouling the crossmember, the LT Engine Series Conversion Oil Pan addresses both clearance and oil pickup depth in one design. Featuring lightweight aluminum construction, it reduces pan weight while maintaining a generous five quart reservoir to keep the pickup submerged under acceleration. Provisions for AC Delco PF48 filters and factory GM dipstick tubes eliminate adapter hassles during installation. This design also helps maintain consistent oil temperature by transferring heat away from the sump during hard driving.
Precision Machined Fit for LT Conversions
The LT Engine Series Conversion Oil Pan is engineered to align exactly with popular LT swap mounting points, eliminating the need to modify crossmember geometry or use spacer blocks. CNC machining ensures that all sealing surfaces and bolt holes line up with factory GM patterns, so installers can drop the pan into place without shimming or searching for alternative fasteners. This precise interface also prevents gasket pinching and uneven torque loads, which can lead to leaks or warped flanges over time. As a result, builders save labor hours and avoid unnecessary trial fits, while preserving the integrity of both block and chassis components. The net effect is a swap process that flows smoothly from mock-up to final assembly without compromise.
Aluminum Construction Reduces Mass and Yields Durability
By casting the oil pan from premium aluminum alloy, the design cuts weight compared to a stock steel unit, contributing directly to improved throttle response and fuel economy. Aluminum's natural resistance to corrosion guards against rust buildup and mechanical abrasion that often plague steel pans, maintaining a flat sealing face over years of service. Its inherent toughness also withstands impacts from road debris and chassis flex, preventing dents that could disrupt internal oil flow or trap contaminants. The combination of light mass and structural strength delivers a component that supports spirited driving without penalizing performance. Over time, this reduction in rotating and reciprocating load extends service intervals for both engine and drivetrain components.
Efficient Heat Dissipation Maintains Oil Stability
Aluminum's superior thermal conductivity is leveraged in the pan's floor and sidewall geometry to move heat away from engine oil faster than a standard steel design. By promoting uniform temperature distribution across the sump, the pan helps oil retain its viscosity under hard acceleration or sustained high RPM. This effect reduces the risk of thermal breakdown, varnish formation and accelerated wear on bearing journals, cam lobes and other critical surfaces. The pan also features external ribbing that boosts surface area for even faster heat rejection to surrounding airflow. The result is a more consistent lubrication film and greater engine reliability under demanding conditions.
Engineered Sump Design for Reliable Oil Pickup
With a five quart reservoir and deep well layout, the sump geometry keeps the oil pickup submerged during aggressive cornering and hard launches. The inlet sits well below the oil surface, which prevents cavitation and air ingestion that can starve the pump during high lateral or longitudinal loads. Smooth internal transitions guide fluid toward the pickup rather than allowing it to slosh away under G forces. Combined with the capacity needed for street and occasional track use, this design upholds steady oil pressure in galleries that protect bearings and cam followers. Ultimately, drivers benefit from uninterrupted lubrication that resists the surging and starvation issues common in shallow or poorly designed pans.
This oil pan delivers a precise fit and dependable oil management for any LT swap project.