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I have a 1982 Corvette with a oil leak coming from the oil pan. I want to change the oil pan gasket myself. Is it necessary to pull the engine to change the gasket or is it completely accessible without loosening the engine. I'm a novice when it comes to this, but want to get my hands dirty.
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I have a 1982 Corvette with a oil leak coming from the oil pan. I want to change the oil pan gasket myself. Is it necessary to pull the engine to change the gasket or is it completely accessible without loosening the engine. I'm a novice when it comes to this, but want to get my hands dirty.
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In the rare event that the pan is loose but refuses to come out, just jog the IGN key. The pan is hung-up on one of the front counterweights.
This is an excellent opportunity to change out the Rear Main Seal, Oil Pump & pump shaft if you so desire.
This is an excellent opportunity to change out the Rear Main Seal, Oil Pump & pump shaft if you so desire.
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I have a 1982 Corvette with a oil leak coming from the oil pan. I want to change the oil pan gasket myself. Is it necessary to pull the engine to change the gasket or is it completely accessible without loosening the engine. I'm a novice when it comes to this, but want to get my hands dirty.
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