Thanks John !

The only real difference between the US & Euro-spec cars is the DMD (that and their lack of a clutch-start switch) , and they don't have the troubles with the cranks . No fancy-schmancy oil pans there . For road racing , the baffled pan is nearly a must , but for "road" use , I'm not sure it's really necessary . I agree 100% , it certainly wouldn't hurt to have that oil pan also , more protection is always good . If I have this car long enough , I will do all I can to help it .

~~~~~~~ Phil Black & Tan 2000 SVT Contour #2137 of 2150 35,000 miles & counting !