<VV> Oil Pan Gasket

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In a message dated 9/29/2004 7:20:07 PM Pacific Standard Time,  
jgreen@alum.mit.edu writes:

I am  planning to replace the oil pan gasket on my 1965 Monza and would like
some  advice. I have purchased two gaskets, one rubber and one cork. The pan  
is
the original steel one.

According to Corvair Lubricant Leaks by  Frederick Johnson, I should:

1. Prepare the pan by repairing  deformities around the bolt holes using a 
7/8"
steel bar. Any suggestions  on where I can find one or something similar?

2. Use high temperature  silicone sealant on both metal surfaces and on both
sides of the gasket. Is  this correct?

Thanks

John Green



In a pinch use a piece of 1X4 and a nice flat section of concrete  sidewalk 
or driveway. It
works (guess how I know)
 
Use the cork gasket and only put the sealant on the pan side. Let it cure  
before installing
the pan and torque onlt to the correct spec.
 
Heres the magic... Get rid of the stock bolts and washers and get some  
flange head bolts.
These are sometimes refered to as tensilock bolts. They need no flat  washers 
or lock
washers and have serations built into them to keep them from loosening.  Look 
forward to
many leak free miles.
 
Tim  Abney



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