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Old Jan 2, 2016 | 10:04 AM
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I'm looking at replacing stock exhaust with the S&S Power Duals, (550-0003). I read that the crossunder pipe bracket bolts to the oil pan bolts. This sounds like a bit of a problem when changing oil. Also I'm thinking this might add a little excess heat to the oil. Has anyone had any issues of this sort, or am I using my old 'hallucinating' logic? Thanks
 
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The drain plug for the pan is no where near the pipe but the pipe does run right under the pan. I have also wandered about the heat although I put mine on 3 years ago and haven't had any problems.
 
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The drain plug for the pan is no where near the pipe but the pipe does run right under the pan. I have also wandered about the heat although I put mine on 3 years ago and haven't had any problems.
Thanks for the information. Nice to know it was needless concern.
 
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One problem I have on my '00 is that the aftermarket transmission dip stick can't be removed.
 
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