My question is for my FF Kent engine, but I think it is general enough for the "formula car discursion" thread.
My new to me FF Kent engine came with a Swift oil pan, but it did not fit in my car. Sold it and replaced it with an ARE pan. The Swift pan's mounting surface was machined (notched) the thickness of the crank scrapper to allow it to be flush. Seems like a good idea to help seal the pan to block thus preventing leaks.
Before I duplicate this on the ARE pan, I thought I'd check to see if this is a common practice, and does it help prevent dreaded leaks? Some good ideas never work out as planned...
Thanks in advance for the help.
Craig