Vaico V51-0111 Engine Oil Pan

Engine Oil Pan for GM Trucks and Vans

The Vaico V51-0111 engine oil pan is a lower-section replacement built for select Chevrolet and GMC applications that use OE reference 98073535. It is formed from sheet steel with a powder-coated surface, and it includes a seal ring and oil drain plug for service-ready installation.

Compatible With Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Savana 2500, GMC Savana 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 3500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 Classic applications across the listed model years.

Key Features

• Part number: V51-0111
• Lower section engine oil pan for the wet sump system
• Sheet steel construction for OE-style fit and function
• Powder-coated surface for added corrosion resistance
• Includes seal ring
• Includes oil drain plug
• Male hex bolt head/nut design
• Dimensions: 349 mm length, 309 mm width, 151 mm height

Detailed Description

Vaico V51-0111 is a lower engine oil pan designed for GM full-size vans and heavy-duty pickups that require OE number 98073535. The stamped sheet steel construction follows the original wet sump layout, while the powder-coated finish helps protect the pan surface during everyday road use. The included seal ring and drain plug support a cleaner service replacement on Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, and related Express, Savana, and 3500-series applications. If you are replacing a damaged or corroded pan on a Chevrolet Silverado 3500 or GMC Savana 3500, V51-0111 provides the correct lower-section design for the listed fitments.

This part cross-references OE-style applications such as 98073535 and 97360794 for the same application.

What This Part Helps Address

• Oil leaks from a cracked, rusted, or dented oil pan
• Drain plug seepage at the lower pan area
• Corrosion on an original steel pan
• Damage from road debris or underbody impact
• Service issues caused by a worn sealing surface

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm OE number 98073535 and match the lower-section design before installation. Clean the mating surfaces thoroughly, inspect the sealing area for damage, and verify drain plug thread condition before filling with oil. Fitment includes Chevrolet Express 2500, Chevrolet Express 3500, Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD, GMC Savana 2500, GMC Savana 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 HD, GMC Sierra 3500 HD, Chevrolet Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 Classic applications in the listed years.

Quality Assurance

Vaico/VAICO replacement parts are cataloged for OE-reference matching and application-specific fitment. This part is identified for use with OE number 98073535 and is built to the stated dimensions and material specification.