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Old 05-24-2011, 12:26 PM   #12
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Default Re: New Type Oil Pan Gasket Installation

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Originally Posted by Marco Tahtaras View Post

I use a 3/8" drive ratchet with a long extension to tighten the pan bolts. I position my hand right at the hub of the ratchet to reduce leverage and tighten by feel. Does anyone ever think about why a standard 1/2" wrench is so short?
VERY Good point, i too have seen too many bolt heads sheared off. Good advice
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