| From | Message |
kj
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
4/11/2005
20:06:49
|
 Subject: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Has anyone ever had the oil pan off of their 4.7? I keep hearing about these sludge related engine failures in the 5.2 and 4.7 V8. I have a leaky pan gasket and want to drop the pan in order to fix it and check for gunk in the pan and on the pump. I wanted to know if this can be done without too much trouble.
|
Kaderdak
GenIII
 
4/11/2005
20:44:42
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Not that my advice is very applicable because I have a 5.2, but I would say this to you.
1.) buy a chiltons manual at autozone or something, just by reading it you'd be able to get a good idea whether or not it would be easy to remove.
2.) It'll probably be a lot easier it it's a 2x4 rather than 4x4
3.) If you're really concerned about "gunk" check out this website, best stuff out there. www.auto-rx.com
** '97 Dakota 5.2L 4x4 w/3.55(my best ebay purchase yet) **
** Homebrew CIA, Dynomax Catback, March Underdrive Pulleys, Transgo Kit **
** Borg Warner Brass Cap/Rotor to Taylor 8mm wires to NGK plugs **
** Homebrew dual electric fan setup with 180* thermostat **
** Sitting on BFG 31 x 10.50's **
** Tons more once I'm not a poor college student :) **
|
Notchlx
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
4/12/2005
00:10:52
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
It's a pain in the sack to get the pan off. I was going to take the pan off to tap it for the oil return, when I decided that everything that had to come out in order to get it dropped I re-considered and just loosened the motor mounts raised the motor a little and tapped it.
Fun project. Duner has dropped his. He said it wasn't that bad if I recall correctly, but eh... I beg to differ. :)
|
03 4.7
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
4/12/2005
03:08:12
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Yea there was a post not long ago that kind of leaned toward the use of dynamite...
Big grin thinking of some dumb@ss doing it!
|
SteveC
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
4/12/2005
17:36:35
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
If it's 4x2, shouldn't be bad. If it's 4x4, it's a *lot* of work, because the front axle has to come out. When it does, you may find lots of other stuff you don't like in the process (rusted CV shaft stubs, bad front end parts, etc.). Ask me how I know...
... but I have all nice & tight new front end part$ now ;)
I'm the one that posted the dynamite thing, BTW. It was a really bad night.
Anyway, look for a post I did on detaching the pan gasket, windage tray, etc., the tray & gasket are one piece, and are bolted to the bedplate. It is a real booger to get loose if it's one of the early gasket designs (2000), but it'll go if you're persistent with lots of pry tools. I heard that later designs used a sealant, mine didn't.
Be careful with that lower (structural) cover plate going back together. There's a torque sequence in the FSM for it, if you don't have that, snug all 6 bolts a bit at a time so that it squares well against the bedplate, else you can crack it.
That's all I can think of. Good luck...
|
greg craven
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
12/26/2014
17:26:53
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
i have a 03 dodge dakota here im doing an oil pump
on... ive dropped the diff in front and have
clearence to get the pan out , but the pan wont let
go , ?? ive pryed it down an inch or so , but
something inside is holding it ? windage tray, ?
perhaps can i just keep tugging on it or whats the
procedure?
|
Pez
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
1/10/2015
16:37:19
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
I'm in the same boat. I looked at a diagram and don't see any
other bolts holding it in. I think just keep yanking at it. Why are
you replacing your oil pump? Cold knock start? I am dropping
the pan to clean my oil pick up and want to replace the pump
as well. How easy is it?
|
AandPDan
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
1/10/2015
18:23:52
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Did you guys take off the structural dust cover?
Pez, on the oil pump, it's difficult and can be
very difficult.
The oil pump is driven by the crankshaft, unlike
older engines, and you need to remove the timing
chains and tensioners to get to it - after you
pull the pan and the timing cover.
|
pal831956
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
8/02/2015
08:17:11
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Thanks to all for the helpful advice I think I'm going to take it in.
This is more than I can do in my driveway.
|
pal831956
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
8/02/2015
08:19:59
| RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Thanks to all for the helpful advice I think I'm going to take it in.
This is more than I can do in my driveway.
|
danny454
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
8/09/2016
10:50:07
|  RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
Hey guys I have a 1999 dodge Dakota 3.9 v6 4x4 and I have
to get the oil pan off to replace the pan and the gasket. I know
I'll prob have to raise my motor some. But do I HAVE to take
off my front axle. Or is there a way of bypassing it? I've heard
of some people getting there's off without even jacking the
motor. Thanks!
|
Earthgal
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE
2/28/2018
15:51:21
|  RE: 4.7 Oil Pan Removal
IP: Logged
Message:
I am looking at a rusting oil pan cover. After
reading what is involved, I think it's easier to
lift the engine. Time is money. Hopefully I can
find a reputable mechanic to do the job for less
than $1000.
|
| | P 1 |
|
Post a reply to this message:
Username Registration: Optional
All visitors are allowed to post messages
|
