Quote Originally Posted by Chargerx3 View Post
Thats because the motors and axles sit in different locations between the 3rd gens and 1st gens. You need an oil pan that will clear it. Took me a long while to find the perfect one for our mighty max's. 2003-2006 3.5L Kia Sorento Oil pan and pickup assembly. You're welcome.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Oil-Pan-KIA...~w8:rk:47:pf:0

And yes, you should have got a v6 Max to start off. Just wait until you get to electrical.
Man,I really really appreciate you! I looked all weekend,post after post trying to find any light at the end of the tunnel. Thanks for everything,boss