79 K10 292 problem

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Deep part of pan is at the rear and has no clearance issues, it is the shallow part of the pan that is not clearing, so reducing is really not and option. I think because the v8 is not as tall they sit higher on the frame allowing the pan to clear, where as the 6 is taller and propably has to sit lower in the frame for hood clearance. I know they use the 292 in the 3/4 4x4 as an option, frames should not be any different except for suspension stuff. Will keep researching. The cross member is riveted in not bolted.