Changing oil pan on 71 Charger

[66HOTROD]

I have a leaking oil pan on a 71 Charger. Do I have to pull the 440 out to change the pan? Thanks for your help!

 

[Ray70Chrg]

No. Probably just the center link has to be moved out of the way. I have a gen 2 charger, '70, and '71 is probably the same.

 

[F4R/T]

As long as the exhaust is clear, drop the center link. You may need to remove the trans dust cover, and raise the engine to gain clearance . Not a bad job just don’t over tighten the bolts on the pan when going back together! Make sure you put oil back in after and before starting... I’ve seen a guy do it as he got side tracked.