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TrailBlazer2002-2009
2023-
The TrailBlazer, originally introduced as an upscale Blazer, was produced from 2002 to 2008 with a powerful I6 engine and with a monster V8 offered in the Trailblazer SS
Platform: GMT 305, 360, & 370.
I'm replacing the oil pan in an '03 TB LT. I decided not to pay premium GM price and bought a new one online from a 3rd party vendor. It came with no baffles, but the old pan has two (see photo). I checked "Wholesale GM Parts Online" to see if new baffles are available separately. Their callout for the Oil Pan says, "PAN,OIL (NEW PAN LESS BAFFLES,GASKET, WHICH ARE NOT REQUIRED)." I know there is no gasket available for this pan, but there is a GM callout for specific RTV sealant. But baffles are not required? Is that wise? My question: is it advisable to drill the baffles out of the old pan and peen them into the new one? Thanks!