never banged out the oil pan, i got up under and looked where the dent was and it wasn't where the oil pick-up is, its on the far side. I should do it just to be sure but its been cold and im tired of being under it to be honest. I am switching the solenoid either today or tomorrow with a friend of mine's. if that doesn't work the only other option is to bang the bitch out, i still doubt it is the reason