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SilverSSS 06-25-2016 04:40 PM

No oil pan gasket?
 
Is it true that there's no oil pan gasket? Just RTV?

rexcramer 06-25-2016 04:42 PM

Correct and I believe Loctite 518 is one of the goo's of choice.

steved0x 06-25-2016 04:58 PM

Reinzosil is a good one, easy to use, waaaay easier than the loctite. Remember only a 1-2 mm bead of sealant is sufficient, too much can squeeze out inside and clog the oil.pickup.

Mig 06-25-2016 06:32 PM

I was also surprised to find out there is no oil pan gasket.

I used RTV using the method, that YouTuber, Chris Fix describes. Basically, it's a stepped process, put the RTV on the sump plate, let it setup a bit, install the plate with just enough tightening to squeeze the RTV, let it cure a bit longer, and then tighten down.

This method worked really well for me. No leaks.

Here's a link to his video:
http://youtu.be/21CvanhKILA

SilverSSS 06-25-2016 11:44 PM

Thanks Mig, and All... Thinking, wouldn't be very difficult to make a gasket. I might try that. Had some success with the rubber infused cork stuff before.


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