Ended up removing the front motor mount bolts and loosening the rears to lift the engine - no problem slipping the pan out, cleaned and repainted after that. Now, getting the engine mount bolts to line up again on install...that was another challenge smile

Rick in San Diego (...er, Jackson)
'66 Fleetside
Ol' Car Guys

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