LSX oil pan finishes- You decide.

[Teetoe_Jones]

Boys and Girls-

We have decided against zinc plating our oil pans because it is getting hard to find a decent company to do it in a reasonable time frame.

We have decided on two options- The first is a light gray powdercoating that looks very OEM like and matches the rest of the LSX factory parts.


http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/2773/img0698bl4.th.jpg (http://img380.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0698bl4.jpg)

http://img380.imageshack.us/img380/8482/img0699ik9.th.jpg (http://img380.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0699ik9.jpg)


The second option is one my fabricator thought of after he used scotch-brite on the entire pan. We then had it cleared with powder coating. I like this one because it shows the amazing TIG welds he is able to lay down. they look like a tiny stack of dimes laid out.

http://img401.imageshack.us/img401/2606/img0701hw0.th.jpg (http://img401.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0701hw0.jpg)

http://img225.imageshack.us/img225/2513/img0702wg4.th.jpg (http://img225.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0702wg4.jpg)

http://img451.imageshack.us/img451/3320/img0711yk1.th.jpg (http://img451.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0711yk1.jpg)


Pick your favorite finish and leave us feedback! You could end up deciding how we finish our products!

Tyler

[buickfunnycar.com]

I voted neither.The grey does nothing for me...and it hides all the neat welds.
Clear is better...but still doesn't do much for me.

[camcojb]

I'd prefer black. I know, not on your list. :)

Jody

[4mm]

I used to like the grey and still do but not as much. Two of my engines use a grey that is almost identical. IMO, there should also be a satin black option or a nice bright metallic aluminum powdercoating.

In fact I am changing the grey on the engine to the metallic aluminum finish and the other black.



http://i10.tinypic.com/66d0uux.jpg

[youthpastor]

clear looks killer, nice work guys:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Derek69SS]

I like the raw look of the clear PDC, but not the discoloration from the welds.

I would go with a darker gray though if you're going to put color on it. Something close to the look of "cast iron gray" spray paint.

[ahowudoin]

I love the clear!!! It's unique just like your company!!:bow:

[70gotboost]

I voted clear powder coated... but would like to see one in black also. Just my .02

[Teetoe_Jones]

Derek-

The welds aren't actually discolored, we just use a special filler rod called Silicon Bronze. The welds are gold in person while the pan appears to have a stainless steel finish because of the scotch-brite treatment to it.

Tyler

[tyoneal]

Tyler:

Highlight the Beautiful welding, or Powder Coat/Paint it distinctively in the colors and/or design of your logo.

Your products are really nice, why not attach your company to those beautiful parts so people will know immediately whose they are, and where the parts came from.

They would be unique and would highlight your company.

Since Quality is a big part of what you supply, it would also help create, "Status", among the other attributes your products offer. Look at Hurst Shifters for instance. It's not just a shifter, it's a "Hurst", shifter.

Oldsmobile created a whole specialty car design over the name of a shifter.

"The Hurst Olds"

Thoughts??

Ty O'Neal

[Garage Dog 65]

I haven't done an offical count or anything - but most of the LS engines I'm seeing are left raw alum - or painted/powder coated alum type colors. If you don't decide to go clear (my preferance since the craftsmanship of this part is top shelf and I like industrial looking stuff) - I'd recommend something to complement alum. Monochromatic selections like black, grey, or silver in a satin finish alway gives a 'performance' look - verses going gloss/polished/chromed types IMO.

You could also match the colors/finishes you're doing on your other parts (Mounts, etc) so that it provides continuity to those customers using/combining your other products.

My opinion on company logo'd parts - this weekend in Columbus I saw more Wilwood master cyl caps with the logo milled off - then left on. I'm not down on logos at all - because I too like being able to 'identify' a cool must have part on someones ride - just make it suttle yet destinctive and recognizable - or it causes builders more work/costs to remove it entirely - or not chose it at all. Ex, I love the Moroso line of parts. High quality stuff that works - just lose or the shrink the billboard sized logo and others attempting to personalize their rides might include them on their 'possible' list.

Best of luck in your final choice !!

Jim

[James OLC]

Tyler:

Your products are really nice, why not attach your company to those beautiful parts so people will know immediately whose they are, and where the parts came from.

They would be unique and would highlight your company.

Ty O'Neal

I think they must agree:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ATP%20pan%20cu.jpg

LS7 Dry Sump Oil Pan

[Garage Dog 65]

It would get covered up by the oil lines in the current location - and for me the tack welds detract my eye from looking at the design and craftsmanship of the part. I'd move the logo to a spot where I knew it wouldn't get covered up (lines, studs, bolts - something like the spot right next to the 90 degree fitting bends) - make it proportional in size to the things around it - then using a paint mask, logo into that position and either acid etch, glass bead, or spray some shade of black/grey color - and clear over the whole deal. Or you could eliminate this sides logo while leaving it on the other side in the current location and etch it there. (something like the effect of the laser etching on the back of watches)

I really like the entire line of products and not trying to be disrepectfull. Just throwing out ideas while you're in development of what I might want.

Good Luck !

Jim

[James OLC]

I doubt that there is any place on the oil pan (particularly the dry sump pan) that really lends itself to prominent logo placement. The front subframe has a bit more space...

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ats%20sub.jpg

[tyoneal]

I think they must agree:

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ATP%20pan%20cu.jpg

LS7 Dry Sump Oil Pan
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I guess from the three pictures I saw at the first post I missed the logo altogether.

The picture you posted was much clearer.

While some people do grind the logo off some name brand products, I for one like knowing for sure that it is up to a certain level of quality. I don't think I have ever seen someone grind the logo off a Baer Brakes Caliper.

If I buying high end products for a car because I intend to drive it fast, a logo acts as a certification of at least a certain amount of quality.

Maybe it's just me.

Ty

[Garage Dog 65]

The front subframe has a bit more space...

http://www.onelapcamaro.com/OLC_pics/ats%20sub.jpg


That one looks great IMO !

[BThibodeaux]

I voted neither. I do like the look of the clear. However, assuming the oil pan is made of steel, I don't think I would do this because it WILL get chips, and the chipped areas will become little rust spots. If I am off base, and the pan is aluminum, ignore this. If not, I would go with clear zinc plating. IMO this would look good with the aluminum block, and be much more resistant to rusting when the gravel flys.