[s-cars] Lowering Subframe Question - Resend - Please respond if you have...

[Elijahallen92 at aol.com]

In a message dated 2/6/2004 1:34:19 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
mark.pollan at mci.com writes:


> All:
> 
> Trying to get a feel for what to expect as I have never lowered the
> subframe.  Oil pan R&R calls for removal of the FRONT subframe bolts only.
> I loosened the front bolts to get a feel for the movement of the subframe.
> My car is on jackstands with about 1" clearance between the tires and garage
> floor.  Bentley says the subframe will drop by about 4" upon removal of the
> front bolts.
> 
> Questions:
> 1. Is this a violent drop?
> 2. Should I support the front of the subframe and lower it gently?  Related
> to question #1.
> 3. Do I need to lift the car further or will the suspension compress to
> provide the requisite clearance?
> 
> One other item.  The Bentley does not call for any gasket sealant for the
> Oil pan gaskets.  Any needed/required?
> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> Mark
> 95.5 S6
> 

Mark,
 I did this last year. I put a jack on the subframe, removed the front bolts 
and lowered it slowly until I was able to pull the oil pan out. If you can get 
the car higher it will help. The oil pan gaskets do not need any gasket 
sealand. There is a sealant built into the gasket. Good luck with it.

Elijah