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I’m in the process of removing my E63’s oil pan using guidance from WIS, but I’m a little stumped as to separating the pan from the block.
WIS states that you use a M6 x 60mm self tapping screw to pry/separate the two surfaces. But where the f*k do I find that? I’ve seen these for use in wood, but not with a hex head for metal/aluminum.
I used to work on tearing down transmissions and we’d usually unbolt the pan and then carefully knock apart the pan using a wood block and hammer. But that doesn’t seem to be working here as I don’t have enough room to get a good swing.
Any tips or advice from those who have first hand knowledge (I’m thinking ItalianJoe1 or konigstiger perhaps)? Thanks all
I dont think they are talking bout a wood tapping screw, just the common m6 with the slight tapper at the end. In reality, any m6 with the correct threads should work.
I have not done this, but i've seen similar procedures. i assume the as the screw bottoms out, it literally pushed the pan away from the block. be gentle
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Originally Posted by kenneyd
I dont think they are talking bout a wood tapping screw, just the common m6 with the slight tapper at the end. In reality, any m6 with the correct threads should work.I have not done this, but i've seen similar procedures. i assume the as the screw bottoms out, it literally pushed the pan away from the block. be gentle
So they essentially designed it like older brake rotors where you had a screw hole or 2 on them used to pop them free from the hub? That's kinda nifty.
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