NHVett

Here is a way to save some money. Don't go out and buy the GM rubber seal that goes between the oil cooler and the block mounted filter for $12.00. Use the rubber seal ring from one of your used oil filters. It's virtually the same.

CentralCoaster

TTT, great idea. I thought of this yesterday after the parts store said "We don't have it in stock, but we can order it and get it to you by next September."
:cheers:

gerry85

the timing on your post couldnt be any better.....I just stoped in 2 auto places and they didnt have it they said i would have to go to the dealer,damn....I didnt know they cost that much....thanks for the info....I realy like this place,good info to be had here..... :thumbs:

LD85

Ditto, I am just putting mine back on! :p:

Mark85Vett

Tom,
Wouldn't you know...I just bought one Thursday!!
My engine's at R&K Machine in Ctr. Harbor getting bored, decked, ported and polished....etc.
Guess I'll be bringing that gasket back on Monday!!
Thanks!!!!!!!!!! :cheers:

Lionsden

Good suggestion! The gasket from a new filter at Walmart is about a third of the GM cost.

NHVett

My gasket replacement was a bit touchy. If I tighten the cooler too much, the gasket deforms and leaks like heck. I now torque it to just where the cooler will rotate slightly with effort. Actually, it is really the same type of seal arrangement as the oil filter and requires just about the same amount of tightening. Nothing like seeing all your oil pouring out all over the ground from mis-tightening the adapter. :cuss