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Old 10-21-2010, 08:06 AM   #1
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Default Lifted Cart - Engine Oil Level Question

Just finished Jakes 3" lift on my '03 DS. The cart will see some fairly steep hills at times. Is it necessary to level the engine to avoid any oil pickup issues? Is the pickup tube toward the front or rear of the oil sump? Thanks.
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Old 10-21-2010, 03:31 PM   #2
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Default Re: Lifted Cart - Engine Oil Level Question

With a 3" lift, you shouldn't have to level the engine pan... 6"+ it may be a good idea!

By the looks of my "illustrated parts manual" the oil pick up screen is right in the middle of the block.
(I haven't had my 07 apart, so someone corrrect me if I'm wrong!)

Just keep an eye on the "low oil light" during a steep climb,
if need be, you could lower the front of your engine pan, 1 1/2" center to center (see pic)
But I don't think you'll need to!

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Old 10-21-2010, 06:32 PM   #3
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Thanks Lockman1. I saw some earlier posts indicating I may have to extend the air filter tube and maybe the brake cables if I dropped the engine pan very much. I'll take your suggestion and just watch the oil light for a while. Good idea on the snubber extension plate btw. What is the input for the oil warning light: pressure? flow? sump float switch? Thanks. -Z
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Old 10-21-2010, 06:46 PM   #4
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Don't sweat it... you'll be fine!

The brake cables... did you see it here?

http://www.buggiesgonewild.com/lifte...-brackets.html

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What is the input for the oil warning light: pressure? flow? sump float switch? Thanks. -Z
It's a float switch in the sump that gives your light circuit a ground.

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Old 10-22-2010, 06:57 AM   #6
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Yes, that's the post I was referring to. Very well described and illustrated. Thanks Lockman - much appreciated. -Z
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Default Re: Lifted Cart - Engine Oil Level Question

i am putting a 6 on i was wondering the same thing. i have heard that make sure your oil is full before you start. when you get the lift on put a new mark on dipstick. is there any truth to this ?
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Old 10-23-2010, 08:19 AM   #8
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i am putting a 6 on i was wondering the same thing. i have heard that make sure your oil is full before you start. when you get the lift on put a new mark on dipstick. is there any truth to this ?
That's exactly what you should do!

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Old 10-23-2010, 01:11 PM   #9
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or do we have to drop the motor to make it even?
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Old 10-23-2010, 06:14 PM   #10
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A bit indecisive... are we?
If your oil light comes on frequently during hill climbing and acceleration,
then do what you have to do to make sure you have proper oil circulation.

I lowered the front of my engine pan only because I kept losing my snubber with the harsh angle the bracket was on.

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