Kclank Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) I am installing a enjuiku reversed sump pan on my engine (RB25DET) which is going into an 240Z. The dip stick needs to be relocated to allow oil level checking. My questions are: 1. I see there is a dimple in the casting at the right location to allow a new hole to be drilled. Has anyone done this and what procedures, avoidance, hints or tips might you offer? 2. Has anyone done a different type of oil level checking method such as a sight window or tube on the outside of the pan or a remote sensor to read levels from the cabin? Porsche and others have done this; and a source for parts and info if known? 3. Other options? Any positive input is appreciated. Edited April 23, 2014 by Kclank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05plsrt4 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 The last Rb25 I modified for use as RWD had a second hole for the dipstick with a plug in it in the back of the block. I simply used a punch and hammer and knocked it out, then placed it in the hole where the dipstick was and relocated the dipstick to the rear of the block Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kclank Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) Hey thanks for the reply. in driving out the plug (i kinda guessed it was a plug) did it make a difference driving the plug out one way or the other? Meaning if the engine is in a normal engine compartment position, position would i drive it downward toward the ground or upward towards the sky. I do not know if the plug is tapered or not. Use any heat? Edited April 22, 2014 by Kclank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05plsrt4 Posted April 22, 2014 Share Posted April 22, 2014 I don't remember but I doubt it makes any difference. And no, no heat. I put a little blue loctite on it before I put it in its new hole. Just to seal it and prevent any oil leaks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kclank Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 (edited) Good stuff, thanks much; ok plug came out very neatly. The tube is trying to flare in its hole. ideas or just drill the f--ker out and make/obtain another tube? I am just trying to be cautious here as i am kinda ham handed. OK I see this should be a fairly simple twist out. i will readdress it in a kinder gentler manner. Edited April 27, 2014 by Kclank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winstonusmc Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 I used a punch from the inside of the oil pan area. Same with the dipstick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kclank Posted April 26, 2014 Author Share Posted April 26, 2014 Thanks all. i have moved the dipstick and installed the new pan. the next question is what to do about the transmission braces which no longer fit due to the reversed sump. cut, fab new, leave off? thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtnickel Posted April 26, 2014 Share Posted April 26, 2014 I wondered the same thing about the braces. Then a little research revealed all the RB26 owners are unable to mount it at all anyways since the holes don't exist on those blocks. Since my search didn't reveal any issues about flexing transmission shaft or pinion bushing wear or any problems, I assumed it's probably fine to leave it off. It made me especially frustrated since I fabbed my own pan but failed to mock those up in the process and didn't leave clearance for them. Oh well. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kclank Posted April 27, 2014 Author Share Posted April 27, 2014 (edited) Makes me wonder why Nissan put them there. I think i will notch, reinforce and mount the old ones. Thanks for the input I appreciate any and all feed back Edited April 27, 2014 by Kclank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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