Looks like the drain plug has been completely stripped to the max so I need to get a new pan. Anybody know where I can get a decent one that isn't too pricey? Is there anything in particular I should know before replacing it?

Also, please tell me I don't have to take the whole engine out like I just got done reading on another board

 

There is a brand new one on Ebay right now and also a midlothian(SP). I just did my oil pan ....lift engine about 2 inches , drop k member 2 inches and al was good

 

Can anyone direct me to any websites with oil pans for LS1s? I can't find any...

 

Canton

http://www.cantonracingproducts.com/

 

Why not get a stock one from jason or dal? I know the LT1 pans were like 60 so an LS1 should be 100 or so since it's aluminum.

 

I've been thinking of getting one of these to protect the threads in my pan when they become available:

http://www.valuedrain.com/

If they had them now, you could use JB Weld to permanently affix the outer portion. Lot better than an oil pan change, cheaper too. Maybe they have a preproduction piece you can beg for.

 

I say this guy sells millions of these valuedrains, a dam good idea.

 

153.23 with gasket and bolts.
jason cromer is the man.

 

Who's Jason Cromer and how do I get an oil pan from him?

 

http://www.samtaylor.com/
ask for jason cromer in parts.
tell him gulf coast muscle(GCM) sent you.
good luck.

 

In the early '80s, I worked at a Quick Lube. We kept an assortment of oversize, self-tapping drain plugs, for these situations.

 

I would get a self tapping plug like was mentioned above before I would change the pan.