Posted by Tom J. on Wednesday, January 16, 2002 at 0:06AM :
In Reply to: Dropping the Oilpan posted by J-Gilly on Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 2:33PM :
I've been through 8 or more different types of mechanics schools (Military and Civilian) and I have never been told to use any sort of form a gasket or sealer with a pan gasket. A thin coat of tacky stuff to hold the gasket on the pan and 4 small dabs of black permatex in the 4 corners, same on an intake. I've never had one leak or seep.. Be sure not to over tighten. One hand on a 3/8's drive ratchet will do, untill you get it hot and check them again........