engine diapers

July 21, 2022, 07:11 PM

1320racer

engine diapers

quote:
Originally posted by Big Steve:
Even if the diaper partially covers the oil filter like my old DRE did, if the oil filter seal blows it isn't going to catch the oil anyways

Agree, that’s why I have no issue with the new diaper for this pan not capturing the oil filter.

July 22, 2022, 09:33 AM

RacerVX54

Diaper should be mandatory in every form of racing

July 22, 2022, 11:57 AM

1320racer

This^^^

July 22, 2022, 05:24 PM

Mopar Traitor

What do the folks running an Old Mopar like my friend with the tie rod link going thru the oil pan do.

July 22, 2022, 06:21 PM

Curly1

quote:
Originally posted by Mopar Traitor:
What do the folks running an Old Mopar like my friend with the tie rod link going thru the oil pan do.

If I had to I would cut a slot and velcro it together or even cut holes where it goes and have a seamstress hem some trim around the holes.
May not be perfect but WAY better than not having one. IMHO.

Still I think a Diaper is one of if not the most important safety devices on your car. Almost as important as a Helmet. If you are ever in a crash a helmet could save your life. A Diaper could save you from ever having a wreck in the first place.

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July 22, 2022, 07:57 PM

ChuckT

quote:
Originally posted by Mopar Traitor:
What do the folks running an Old Mopar like my friend with the tie rod link going thru the oil pan do.

Maybe a belly pan instead of a diaper?

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July 22, 2022, 08:44 PM

wideopen231

In the case of the kink thru pan I would agree bellypan would be best bet. As for rule you only need 2" deep so if more than that clearance wise you would be good.

July 23, 2022, 08:42 AM

Lenny5160

quote:
Originally posted by Mopar Traitor:
What do the folks running an Old Mopar like my friend with the tie rod link going thru the oil pan do.

The diaper on my Nova has a hole on each side for the factory motor mounts. The Mopar scenario would be somewhat similar.

July 23, 2022, 12:12 PM

Al Alguire

quote:
Originally posted by Mopar Traitor:
What do the folks running an Old Mopar like my friend with the tie rod link going thru the oil pan do.

My 64 Savoy has a custom diaper on it with a hole for the drag link. Fits tight, almost as tight as OJ's gloves. Been in pace a few years with no issues at all. It is a BB with a 2 1/8" header.

July 31, 2022, 10:11 PM

Scott Creed

Just bought my 1st diaper, got it from Pro 1 for my SBC. We'll see how it fits this week. I'm due for an engine explosion, so I figured I'd finally do something pre-emptively

September 29, 2022, 09:15 AM

1320racer

follow up, the new DRE diaper is so much better than the old, fits like a glove as it always should have. Kudos to the new owner.

not so easy now to pull it out of the way to drain the oil but I'm not complaining.

September 29, 2022, 09:29 AM

"The Bender"

Ed,that looks very similar to the one Dre made for my Hemi in a Cutlass with the stock frame, which is an unusual combination. Fits like a glove.

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September 30, 2022, 07:14 AM

1320racer

they should all fit like a glove now being that the new owner is buying the actual pan to make the pattern and 1st diaper from.

September 30, 2022, 08:43 AM

Holytown

That's the nicest fit I've seen. I'll be going to DRE

September 30, 2022, 09:15 AM

"The Bender"

I actually sent him my Moroso pan that is designed for Challenger Drag Paks since it was not something very common, he did have a block to bolt it to however.