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stingray72 · 07-15-2008, 02:46 PM

I swear I've been searching but..

When you guys do gaskets. what do you use? the gasket you buy at Napa etc. or the stuff that comes in a tube? Any recommendations?

Oil Pan gasket on a crate 350 btw

I hate oil leaks and i hate doing gaskets

68gmsee · 07-15-2008, 03:10 PM

I've never had good luck with gaskets from a tube. I know manufacturers use it extensively, but, I'm just not happy with results. They always seem to leak prematurely.

Riveted1 · 07-15-2008, 03:21 PM

The rubber one from Napa is the one I use... haven't had a leak yet.... (knock on wood!)

Sport/Truck · 07-15-2008, 03:52 PM

Fel-Pro one Piece
s/t

Sammy · 07-15-2008, 04:03 PM

2nd one piece gasket..

umwtnt · 07-15-2008, 06:24 PM

Fel-Pro one piece is the only way to go. Simple to install and prevents a lot of leaks at the ends of the gaskets. Well worth the price.

70rs/ss · 07-15-2008, 07:04 PM

Wow, I had an idea and it seems that by a semi unanimous vote it was a good one too!! One piece Fel Pros all the way, you still need a dab of ultra copper or the like in the corners, but it'll do the job!! If you can get the metal pieces that go alone the edge of the oil pan to ensure the thin pan metal doesn't warp. I do not know what you'd call them, but they look just like the pan rail and are pretty think, that is just a bit more insurance against leaks.

Sport/Truck · 07-15-2008, 09:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

Wow, I had an idea and it seems that by a semi unanimous vote it was a good one too!! One piece Fel Pros all the way, you still need a dab of ultra copper or the like in the corners, but it'll do the job!! If you can get the metal pieces that go alone the edge of the oil pan to ensure the thin pan metal doesn't warp. I do not know what you'd call them, but they look just like the pan rail and are pretty think, that is just a bit more insurance against leaks.

Now you mention it......... after I have mine installed

(fingers crossed for no leaks)
s/t

kcjones · 07-16-2008, 05:05 PM

I third the rubber, well worth the expense, but I'd definitely say, ALWAYS use some gook around the corners, no matter how good the rubber/steel is at not compressing out, the corners will still seep.

In fact, I'd go so far as to say use the RTV all along the front and back parts of the pan, probably don't need it on the side rails, especially with the reinforcement rails.

cruiserman · 07-16-2008, 09:13 PM

Put some Hylomar between the gasket and block to make removal easier in the future.

Long Roof · 07-16-2008, 09:23 PM

Rubber Felpro is the only gasket I will ever use again. I second the dap of sealant in the corners. My first gasket is completely dry but the one I put on the Jimmy leaks a small bit from the rear main. I did not use the sealant on either gasket.

rick0312 · 07-16-2008, 09:23 PM

Fel-Pro one piece.

stingray72 · 07-17-2008, 12:52 PM

Cool guys, thank for the info

as a follow up oil leak question. how tight should valve cover bolts be torqued? I know not extremely tight but mine seemed to be really loose which is why I think oil was being slung all over the place it seemed. I snugged them up with a small rachet so I should probably replace those gaskets also

kcjones · 07-17-2008, 03:44 PM

3 ft/lbs on valve covers, probably 5 on center bolts. Rubber gaskets you can go a little higher than with cork, but don't overtighten, you'll squish 'em out.

cparman · 07-17-2008, 07:01 PM

put a felpro one piece on my 69 today. Damn shame they don't make one for our truck in chevrolet orange!! The felpro one piece is my choice even if it is ford blue

PipsC10 · 07-17-2008, 10:17 PM

who carries the felpro one piece? I have access to NAPA and Kragen. When you guys talk about putting a little silicone on the gasket, are you talking about where the curved parts for the timing chain and rear main seal meet the flat part of the gasket? I just put a 3 piece gasket set on my motor and I KNOW it will leak as soon as I put my motor back in service.

Husker · 07-18-2008, 12:39 AM

Can ya get the Oil Pan off with the motor in the truck?
Ron

68gmsee · 07-18-2008, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Husker

Can ya get the Oil Pan off with the motor in the truck?
Ron

You have to lift the engine to remove the oil pan. Use caution...

If you need to do it, I'd suggest to get a manual and follow all of the steps to make sure you don't forget to disconect something.

**steelhorse** · 07-18-2008, 12:59 PM

I would go with the rubber also.If you have to go with any silicon type product (like intake manifolds)get some Right Stuff it is the best out there.It is made by permatex.

07-15-2008, 02:46 PM	#1
stingray72 Red Headed Step Child Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,216	Oil Pan Gasket I swear I've been searching but.. When you guys do gaskets. what do you use? the gasket you buy at Napa etc. or the stuff that comes in a tube? Any recommendations? Oil Pan gasket on a crate 350 btw I hate oil leaks and i hate doing gaskets __________________ "Dinner, the perfect break between work and drunk" -Homer Simpson

07-15-2008, 03:10 PM	#2
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Oil Pan Gasket I've never had good luck with gaskets from a tube. I know manufacturers use it extensively, but, I'm just not happy with results. They always seem to leak prematurely.

07-15-2008, 03:21 PM	#3
Riveted1 Tasty Cakes! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 2,112	Re: Oil Pan Gasket The rubber one from Napa is the one I use... haven't had a leak yet.... (knock on wood!) __________________ I'm a little and a lot Ground beef: A cow with no legs. ---------------- '66 Chevy SWB "Penny" '67 Chevy Big Window SWB- aka "Pearl" '72 Burb- "Betty" "It's not a hearse dammit" '99 Chevy Ext. cab Silverado

07-15-2008, 03:52 PM	#4
Sport/Truck Sierra Grande Club Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Mexico USA Posts: 2,433	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Fel-Pro one Piece s/t __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande, 1/2 ton short wide, original 4 bolt 010 020 block & heads. (matching #'s). 383 stroker, SMI q jet 750 cfm, Lunati Voodoo 60102 cam, Scorpion roller rockers, Spin Tech pro street mufflers with X pipe.

07-15-2008, 04:03 PM	#5
Sammy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Bonne Terre, Mo Posts: 3,005	Re: Oil Pan Gasket 2nd one piece gasket.. __________________ '69 Chevy Long Fleet & '71 GMC Short Step & Project "ODD BALL" "You can wash a pig, soak it in most expensive perfume. In the end it is still just a pig." ODD BALL build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478629"

07-15-2008, 06:24 PM	#6
umwtnt Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Williamsburg, Va Posts: 226	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Fel-Pro one piece is the only way to go. Simple to install and prevents a lot of leaks at the ends of the gaskets. Well worth the price.

07-15-2008, 07:04 PM	#7
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Wow, I had an idea and it seems that by a semi unanimous vote it was a good one too!! One piece Fel Pros all the way, you still need a dab of ultra copper or the like in the corners, but it'll do the job!! If you can get the metal pieces that go alone the edge of the oil pan to ensure the thin pan metal doesn't warp. I do not know what you'd call them, but they look just like the pan rail and are pretty think, that is just a bit more insurance against leaks.

07-16-2008, 05:05 PM	#9
kcjones I wish I was a cowboy Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 409	Re: Oil Pan Gasket I third the rubber, well worth the expense, but I'd definitely say, ALWAYS use some gook around the corners, no matter how good the rubber/steel is at not compressing out, the corners will still seep. In fact, I'd go so far as to say use the RTV all along the front and back parts of the pan, probably don't need it on the side rails, especially with the reinforcement rails. __________________ -Kris Met list: Cyclone,Wilson,TranzAm,extd56,hotrodhomi,mnky30,Rokcrln,Brad,JerryJones(well, his truck anyway).

07-16-2008, 09:13 PM	#10
cruiserman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 210	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Put some Hylomar between the gasket and block to make removal easier in the future. __________________ 72 C2500 LWB 402 Sierra Grande 05 Odyssey 08 Tundra

07-16-2008, 09:23 PM	#11
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Rubber Felpro is the only gasket I will ever use again. I second the dap of sealant in the corners. My first gasket is completely dry but the one I put on the Jimmy leaks a small bit from the rear main. I did not use the sealant on either gasket. __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

07-16-2008, 09:23 PM	#12
rick0312 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Warrington, PA Posts: 403	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Fel-Pro one piece. Attached Images __________________ 69 C10 LWB GM 350 crate motor, 3.73 rearend

07-17-2008, 12:52 PM	#13
stingray72 Red Headed Step Child Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,216	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Cool guys, thank for the info as a follow up oil leak question. how tight should valve cover bolts be torqued? I know not extremely tight but mine seemed to be really loose which is why I think oil was being slung all over the place it seemed. I snugged them up with a small rachet so I should probably replace those gaskets also __________________ "Dinner, the perfect break between work and drunk" -Homer Simpson

07-17-2008, 03:44 PM	#14
kcjones I wish I was a cowboy Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 409	Re: Oil Pan Gasket 3 ft/lbs on valve covers, probably 5 on center bolts. Rubber gaskets you can go a little higher than with cork, but don't overtighten, you'll squish 'em out. __________________ -Kris Met list: Cyclone,Wilson,TranzAm,extd56,hotrodhomi,mnky30,Rokcrln,Brad,JerryJones(well, his truck anyway).

07-17-2008, 07:01 PM	#15
cparman sharp as a marble Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: atlantic beach,florida Posts: 1,082	Re: Oil Pan Gasket put a felpro one piece on my 69 today. Damn shame they don't make one for our truck in chevrolet orange!! The felpro one piece is my choice even if it is ford blue

07-17-2008, 10:17 PM	#16
PipsC10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Oakdale, Ca Posts: 655	Re: Oil Pan Gasket who carries the felpro one piece? I have access to NAPA and Kragen. When you guys talk about putting a little silicone on the gasket, are you talking about where the curved parts for the timing chain and rear main seal meet the flat part of the gasket? I just put a 3 piece gasket set on my motor and I KNOW it will leak as soon as I put my motor back in service. __________________ 1970 2wd short/fleet 350/350 Project "iced green dream" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=272702 2006 Toyota Tacoma double cab 4x4



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07-18-2008, 12:39 AM	#17
Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: Oil Pan Gasket Can ya get the Oil Pan off with the motor in the truck? Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

07-18-2008, 12:59 PM	#19
steelhorse Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Franklinton NC Posts: 1,309	Re: Oil Pan Gasket I would go with the rubber also.If you have to go with any silicon type product (like intake manifolds)get some Right Stuff it is the best out there.It is made by permatex.

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