lucey

I need to replace my oil pan on my 2004. I called Dodge and they have told me the pan has been superseded to part number 68043030AA. They have told me you need new bolts (longer) with the pan. From what I understand the pans flange is thicker and there may be more corrosion resistance.

The Cummins part number 3949769 has not changed. I called Cummins and they can't seem to tell me if their pan has changed.

Now the Dodge pan in 730 bucks here in Canada and US side a Cummins is 450. Does anyone know what the real deal is with the oil pan ? Suggestions ?

Danderson

You could try Benny@ www.allmoparparts.com.
He's on the CF. Geno's carries them also.

Fisherguy

Can you change the pan in these things without lifting the block, just unbolt it and you'll be able to remove it?

Danderson

I don't think so Will. When asked Pablo @ NTG said "it's a real hassle." I just sanded and refinished mine again.
My 2nd gen didn't do it at all.

Fisherguy

In another thread people made it sound like dropping the pan was simple, I was just wondering, my pan has no rust on it at all.

Danderson

Count your blessing.

lucey

I found a steal of a deal on a new Mopar pan with bolts, gasket, drain plug for 425 shipped. The new Mopar pan has a thicker flange than my old one. Maybe more support/less flex etc which requires the new bolts. Not sure if the Cummins part has this or not. Cheers

Danderson

Maybe something called corrosion resistance.

yamarx1

the dealer that did mine was able to lift the motor up a little to get pan out.