I have a 2004 H2 with Rancho 4" lift. I need to replace the oil pan gasket, I have no problem clearing the front diff because of the lift. But the Rancho sub frame assembly gets in the way by about 1/2 an inch. This is a welded item and does not have a bolt on cross member. Has anyone ever done one of these as I cannot see how it can be done without complete disassembly. Already taken all the bolts out of the oil pan so now stuck in my garage. Help

 

lift the engine, might need to remove motor mount bolts also

Neal

 

Thanks very much, I considered this but just not equiped to do it. I would take it to a garage with a lift but as the pan is now off I cant move it until resolved.

 

might be able to gain some clearance in the rear if you remove the transmission mount and carefully jack up the transfer case. maybe it will give some extra space.

 

Good idea I will try that tomorrow if I have a big enough jack.

 

4 Ton Hydraulic Bottle Jack will be a big enough jack.