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Old Oct 23, 2023 | 07:36 AM
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Old Oct 25, 2023 | 06:58 PM
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Okay, went through and re-torqued everything and found nothing out of spec. One question, checked the motor mount bolt visible through the right side wheel well and it’s not centered but still plainly visible. Also put a jack under the pan and was able to raise the engine 1/2-3/4 inch before meeting any resistance, is that acceptable or too much movement? I may replace it on principle, who has good ones that will ship, I’m no where near a parts supplier.
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 06:33 AM
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Too much movement, replace the mount.
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Old Oct 26, 2023 | 08:52 AM
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Don't put a jack on the oil pan, unless you put a piece of wood between!. Too many holes.
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 09:37 AM
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X2 what Don said.
The EcoTech oil pan is made of cast aluminum. It will crack. It won’t bend like the sheet metal pans from old days.
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by donbrew
Don't put a jack on the oil pan, unless you put a piece of wood between!. Too many holes.
Originally Posted by firemangeorge
X2 what Don said.
The EcoTech oil pan is made of cast aluminum. It will crack. It won’t bend like the sheet metal pans from old days.
X3.

No less than a 2x4, bridging 2 edges. Just little padding won't do.
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 03:02 PM
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I was sure to use a block that spanned the pan edge to edge, but never hurts to be reminded, thanks. Ordering new front mount today.
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 03:37 PM
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The three bolts are 15mm the two nuts are 18mm
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 06:22 PM
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Old Blue, thank you. Would you happen to know the torque specs for those fasteners?
Old Oct 26, 2023 | 06:34 PM
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From our how-to tutorial forum, it's a sticky

https://www.chevyhhr.net/forums/how-...e-items-54648/

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