LakersFan_73

Hi guys,
I recently bought a 1997 Honda Civic EX vtec that needs the oil pan replaced. I read the VTEC uses a different style oil pan than the non-VTEC such as the DX or other base models. Assuming that information is correct, I am having a hard time finding a replacement oil pan with a reasonable cost for my car. What I have found is the base model oil pans are around $60-70 bucks whereas the one I need is in the $230 range?

Please tell me I'm mistaken.

Thanks in advance!

apexi_rsx

only differance between the y7/y8 oil pan is the y8 is aluminum and the y7 is steel. you can use a y7 with no problems.

LakersFan_73

Sweet, that's great news! I thought I had read the bolt holes were different. But then again, I've read so much I started to get mixed up. lol And I also didn't realize it was a vtec when I was initially looking.

I plan on using this to help me out.
Hopefully it's not too far off.

I'll be back in a week or so after everthing arrives and I start the project. Thanks for replying.

HondaPartsHero

They also use different gaskets as well

LakersFan_73

So you're saying the oil pan is interchangable between the base models and the EX vtec, but the gasket is different?

HondaPartsHero

yes

LakersFan_73

Before I click the order button, I just want to make sure ... get the gasket that matches the y8 (my car) or the y7 (the new oil pan)?

Thanks

HondaPartsHero

Blocks are identical so match the oil pan

apexi_rsx

y7 oil pan + y7 oil pan gasket

LakersFan_73

Got it. Thanks again guys.