Dented Oil Pan

[Polygon]

I was reading over at 3Si and Ray was talking about causes of spun bearings and one of the biggest is dented oil pans. So, I went out and looked at mine. It looks like it is dented in the center, but not very much. I have been told the usual culprit is the 60/120k services since the engine has to be lifted and most people just use the pan. I didn't do my 60k, the dealer did. So, I've been driving it around like this for close to a year. The oil pressure hasn't ever dropped and the oil light has never come on, even at high RPM.

Take a look at the pictures below and tell me if you think I should be worried.

[AutostradaVR4]

i think mine's worse than that...

[Polygon]

So, do you think I'm worrying over nothing?

I'm only concerned because I can't fix it for another two to three weeks.

[AutostradaVR4]

i dont think that little dimple is enough to hinder the oil pickup flow. If you have to get in there for some reason anyway (change oil pump, etc.) you might as well pop it back out, but from the looks of it i dont think that will cause any problems.

[jason_bet]

Hey polly I don't think that its going to cause you problems.. and if its been a year already.. I wouldn't worrie to much

Jason

[Polygon]

Thanks guys. That's helps. I didn't get much of a response at 3Si save for one new guy that had a shit fit and told me to go give Barber Brothers a piece of my mind.