<VV> major oil leak in newly rebuilt 110 PG in a 66 Monza

[J R Read_HML]

Paper gasket is my gasket of choice.

While you have the pan down, be sure to flatten out the bolt areas since 
they tend to stretch up toward the block when over tightened.  When 
installing the new gasket, a VERY thin coat of RTV is appropriate on the 
block and the pan.  Don't let any portion of it hang over on the inside as 
you don't want RTV in your oil system.

It can also be helpful to have flat washers under the bolts as this helps 
spread the "load" and you get less flex of the pan under the bolts.

Consider it a learning experience.

Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jedd Hebrink" <jhebrink at anvilcom.com>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Wednesday, August 13, 2008 9:12 PM
Subject: Re: <VV> major oil leak in newly rebuilt 110 PG in a 66 Monza


> Well, I crawled under the car tonight, and its not as drastic as my
> imagination had led me to believe.  Seems when I put the oil  pan back up
> after adding sealant, I got a little overzealous and over tightened the
> bolts, crushing the cork gasket.  This was especially the case up front
> where the worst of the leaking is occurring.  I actually managed to 
> squeeze
> the gasket out over the edge up there.
>
> I think I will replace with a HD paper gasket.  Should I use sealer when
> installing the new gasket?  I am pretty sure my pan is flat, I know that 
> is
> important when using the paper gaskets.  Any other tips before I tackle
> this?
>
> Thanks to all those who offered suggestions.  Much appreciated!
>
> Jedd Hebrink
> 66 Monza 110 PG - almost on the road again
>
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