Are BBC one peice oil pan gaskets better?
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Gasket installed last night. I ordered CP performance stainless bolt kit and the gasket is so thick the shorter corner bolts wouldn't seat so I used the original.
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Silicone not needed on flat surface, only a small dab at the 4 corners. Maybe PM a couple of the professional engine builders.
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I have a good friend that bought a boat a few years back. Took it out for the first time after he bought it and ended up with a hurt motor after that first day due to excessive sealer used on the pan gasket. The previous owner had just installed a new 572 in it and installed a marine pan when he installed the motor. The sealer flaked off on the inside, plugged the pick up and destroyed a bunch of parts! The motor lasted for about 10 hours. Using sealer on pan gaskets is common but just be aware of where and how much to use. I use it in the corners and sometimes on the timing chain cover section of the gasket.
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