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Triumph TR6 - Oil Pan Gasket

I want to replace the Oil Pan Gasket on my '71 as it is very leaky. I have tried on several occasions to tighten the bolts ever so lightly (understanding that these are not to be torqued) to no avail.

Is there a "preferred" gasket to use or is cork type best as supplied by TRF?

Should I use any Permatex or like product?

Can I use locktight type of product on the bolts?

Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Jeff

Jeff Shirhall

I think the stuff I used was made by Permatex it came in a caulking gun type tube. It has to be specified for the job on the oil pan...Apply it around the pan and completely around each bolt hole. No need for a gasket as it forms it's own.
Done a couple of years ago and no leaks so far.
Charlie
Charlie B.

I used a cork gasket and Hylomar sealant...no leaks.

Mike
Mike Calhoun

Cork. Use a little gasket cement to attach one side to pan. Use bolts & clothes pins to hold in place and allow to dry. When ready to install, use a little gasket cement on topside of cork gasket and bolt-on.
P Johnston

I appreciate your comments..........Thanks !
Jeff Shirhall

I also used Hylomar and found it very effective but I also made sure the flange of the sump was 'true' using a hammer and dolly, a lot of them are distorted by having been overtightened in the past.
Ron
R. Algie

This thread was discussed between 04/02/2006 and 07/02/2006

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