Front or rear sump??

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  1. pedal2themetal

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    HI
    I'm Putting a 302 in a 77 mavrick and I'm not sure which one to use .. My block is not drilled or marked for a side dip stick. Drag car only..
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    Tim
     
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    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    If you are using all stock Maverick front suspension, you will need a front sump oil pan :tiphat:

    A front sump pan is what came stock on all Mavericks
     
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    This is the one that has been on Maverick for a lot of years.....although it's
    a 351w.....................#39025 is the Milodon part number. My Maverick is a drag only car also.
     
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    don graham MCG State Rep

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    You have to use a front sump on a stock Maverick suspension. I use a Moroso 7 quart on my drag only car.:)
     
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    Thanks guys
    I'll start looking for one..:)
     
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    I also use the moroso 7-8 qt drag pan, front sump

    Duane
     
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    MNTony aka Godzirra

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    I've got the same as well.
     

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