Marine oil pans are subject to special conditions. Closed engine compartments create a lack of air flowing around the oil pan causing higher oil temperatures, which can destroy the lubricating properties of the oil in low capacity pans. The motion of the boat in the water sloshes the oil in pans that don't have correct baffling. Air is ingested through the oil pick-up resulting in momentary loss of oil pressure. The oil is tossed into the crank, which foams and aerates it. The pounding effect of oil in the pan cause fractures in pans without reinforcement.
1/2"-20 drain plug
The design and construction of Dooley oil pans insures there are no problems, even in the roughest conditions. Here are just a few of the Dooley oil pan features:
High capacity oil sumps
16 gauge steel construction
Precision oil baffles
Block fitted and double leak checked for a perfect fit every time
Gold iridite plated for corrosion protection
Tig welded for maximum strength
Oil temperature gauge bung provisions
One way oil control doors ensure oil is contained at the oil pump pick-up
where it needs to be.
Uses existing engine mounted windage tray
These oil pans offer a value unsurpassed in the marine industry today.