Oil Pickups, Oil Pan Pickup Tubes for LS, SBC, BBC, Coyote, Hemi, K20

What This Oil Pickups Collection Covers

Oil pump feed parts matched to pan depth and engine layout

An oil pickup tube connects the oil pump to the sump area of the oil pan. It must sit at the correct depth and position for the matching pan, pump, engine block, and chassis layout.

This collection includes Moroso pickup tubes for LS, Chevy small block, Ford Coyote, Mustang, Subaru, and Honda applications, plus upgraded Subaru pickups and oil control hardware from Torque Solution and Killer B.

LS Swap Oil Pickups

Pan and sump compatibility

LS swap pickup tubes are designed around specific front sump, rear sump, and swap pan layouts. Match the pickup to the exact oil pan and oil pump combination, not just the engine family.

Measure clearance to the bottom of the pan and confirm the pickup is fully seated. A mismatched tube can uncover during acceleration or sit too close to the pan floor.

Subaru EJ Oil Control

High flow pickups and baffles

Subaru EJ oil pickup upgrades strengthen a known service point and support higher demand engine builds. Match the pickup to the OE or aftermarket pan specified by the manufacturer.

Oil pan baffles and windage trays help control oil movement during cornering and braking. They support the pickup by keeping oil near the sump.

Ford Coyote and Mustang Applications

Engine and pan specific pickups

Ford Coyote, Mustang Cobra, and GT350 oil pickups must match the oil pan and engine generation. Track focused pans and kit car pans can require a different pickup design from a street car pan.

Confirm part number, pan style, and intended vehicle before ordering. Do not force a tube into place or modify it without professional guidance.

Installation and Oil Control Checks

Protecting engine lubrication

Inspect the pickup tube seal, mounting bolt, screen, and clearance before installing the pan. Cleanliness is essential because debris can restrict the pickup screen and reduce oil supply.

Prime the oil system according to the engine builder procedure and confirm oil pressure immediately at startup. Stop the engine if pressure does not build as expected.

Top Oil Pickups Brands

• Moroso. Oil pans, pickup tubes, and oil control components for domestic and import engine builds
• Torque Solution. Subaru EJ oil pickups, oil pans, baffles, and windage trays
• Killer B. High flow Subaru EJ oil pickup and pre filter components

How to Choose the Correct oil pickup

• Confirm the exact engine family and the oil pan part number
• Match pickup tube depth and sump location to the installed oil pan
• Verify the oil pump inlet, pickup tube, and seal compatibility
• Measure pan floor clearance according to the pan manufacturer guidance
• Confirm chassis clearance for LS swap and kit car oil pan systems
• Use a new pickup tube seal when specified by the engine builder
• Check that the pickup screen is clean and undamaged before installation
• Add compatible baffles or windage control parts for hard cornering use
• Prime the engine oil system before first startup after major oil system work
• Verify oil pressure with a trusted gauge after installation

Common Questions

What does an oil pickup tube do?

An oil pickup tube connects the oil pump to the oil pan sump and draws oil through its screen to supply the engine lubrication system.

Do I need to match the pickup to the oil pan?

Yes. Pickup depth and position must match the pan sump. Always use the pickup specified for the pan and engine combination.

Can I use an LS pickup with any LS oil pan?

No. LS oil pans use different sump locations and depths. Match the pickup to the exact pan, oil pump, and chassis application.

Why is pickup depth important?

Incorrect depth can leave the pickup too close to the pan floor or too far above the oil supply, increasing the risk of restricted flow or oil starvation.

Should I replace the pickup tube seal?

Use a new seal whenever the manufacturer or engine builder recommends it. An air leak at the pickup seal can reduce oil pressure.

What is an oil pan baffle?

A baffle controls oil movement in the pan during acceleration, braking, and cornering so oil remains available around the pickup.

Are Subaru oil pickup upgrades useful?

Upgraded pickups can improve durability and flow for Subaru EJ applications. Match the pickup to the oil pan and engine configuration.

Can I modify a pickup tube to fit?

Do not modify a pickup tube without qualified guidance. Small changes can alter clearance, sealing, and the ability to supply oil safely.

How do I check pickup to pan clearance?

Follow the oil pan manufacturer procedure, typically using a soft material to verify the gap before final assembly.

What should I check after startup?

Confirm oil pressure immediately, inspect for leaks, and stop the engine if pressure is abnormal.

Why Buy Oil Pickups from Black Ops Auto Works

Black Ops Auto Works stocks 21 oil pickup SKUs for LS, Coyote, Mustang, Subaru EJ, Chevy small block, and Honda engine builds with real fitment data and knowledgeable support. Products are filterable by year, make, model, trim, engine, and drivetrain to help match the pickup tube, oil pan, and oil pump before ordering.

For focused shopping, browse our oil pans, oil filter blocks, dipsticks, engine parts, Moroso, and Fluidampr.