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Oil Pan Gasket WC52
Posted: Wed May 24, 2006 11:05 am
by Brent
Finally getting around to replacing oil pan gasket on my 1944 WC52. My motor is a T245. Is there any advice or tips anyone can give, or is it as simple as it looks?
Thanks in advance!
Brent
Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 12:08 am
by Tony B
Just a few standard tips, 1 Have an absorbent ready for spills. 2 clean edges throughly of old gasket 3 clean bolt threads 4 DO NOT NOT NOT overtighten the bolts!!!! They are a bugger if they strip, use a proper torque wrench to about 10 to 14 lbs no more. A thin layer of Hermitite gasket sealer is always a help, for a start it holds the thing in place
Nearly forgot, have a good look at the bottom and the drain plug for any metal shavings, if its off its a good chance to have anose inside at bearings etc.
Thanks!
Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 10:24 am
by Brent
Thanks, Tony. I really appreciate the tips! Should I remove the clutch cover? My TM-10 suggests I do, but the TM-9 manual does not mention it.
Brent
Posted: Thu May 25, 2006 11:08 am
by Tony B
I think the gasket can be done without the clutch cover coming off. I have never removed one. If it isn't to bad a job and your not in a rush, won't do any harm to check whats under it. My system is to try and time such jobs so I can have a nice lazy day while still be able to say to people "Go away I'm Busy". Be a good opertunity to touch up marks and and rust patches underneath as well. I recommend flushing the engine before you drain the old oil.