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Sep 22, 2007 | 11:06 PM

90Conv

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Pan Gasket Choice

I need to replace my oil pan gasket. Which manufacturer makes the best gasket or are they all alike?
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Sep 23, 2007 | 12:51 AM

jsavoy

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FWIW, I used a 1-Piece, Rubber/ Steel Core Fel-Pro® Oil Pan Gasket (~$35). There are some multi-piece gaskets kits. I went w/ the 1-piece because I was afraid of leaks @ the corners of the pan.

Sep 23, 2007 | 02:24 AM

samsonb

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I played it safe and bought a 1-piece oil pan gasket from the dealer for $60. I'd just get one from them, as that is a place you don't want leaks from.

I wouldn't cheap on an oil pan gasket.

Sep 23, 2007 | 11:40 AM

STL94LT1

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Go with the Felpro, it is a bit thicker than the OEM.

Sep 23, 2007 | 06:57 PM

90Conv

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Thanks

I will pick up the Felpro....Thanks for the info

Sep 23, 2007 | 11:22 PM

AGENT 86

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Felpro

Not a single leak on any of my felpro gaskets (complete motor)

Sep 24, 2007 | 07:31 PM

JAKE

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 90Conv

I will pick up the Felpro....Thanks for the info

"That's the ticket, Laddie". Taken from one of the Star Trek movies.

Jake

Sep 24, 2007 | 11:08 PM

90Conv

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I bought a gasket and started to take the car apart. I was wondering if it is recommended to apply some gasket sealant to the new gasket or install it dry. Does anybody have any experience both ways.
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Sep 24, 2007 | 11:15 PM

STL94LT1

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I installed mine dry, and no leaks (knock on wood) three years later.

Sep 25, 2007 | 01:15 AM

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JAKE

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You'll get differing views on this.

I follow the directions of the gasket manufacturer. The directions that came with my gasket said, in BIG BOLD LETTERS, not to use any sealer. That's what I did on the 388 I just build a few months ago.

I make sure that the block, oil pan, T/C cover, etc., are completely free of any trace of oil.

Years back when I used the older style four piece sets, I always used sealer - Permatex Silicone.

Jake