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3949tl · 08-01-2025, 10:40 AM

I’ve seen it explained both ways and am thinking either will work. My original concern about the seal being too thick still stands. I have pushed it in as far as it will go and have about a quarter inch sticking out on each end. After trimming it almost flush, I’m going to dry fit it and see if it compresses enough. Right now I have my doubts.
One more question: everyone suggests to “glue” the gasket to the block prior to install. What’s wrong with “gluing” it to the pan instead? It seems easier. I will put a dab of sealer on each corner of the end seals first.

08-01-2025, 10:40 AM	#4
3949tl Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Posts: 29	Re: 40 oil pan install I’ve seen it explained both ways and am thinking either will work. My original concern about the seal being too thick still stands. I have pushed it in as far as it will go and have about a quarter inch sticking out on each end. After trimming it almost flush, I’m going to dry fit it and see if it compresses enough. Right now I have my doubts. One more question: everyone suggests to “glue” the gasket to the block prior to install. What’s wrong with “gluing” it to the pan instead? It seems easier. I will put a dab of sealer on each corner of the end seals first.