GON
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DK,
No scratches whatsoever. One likely needs to keep the gorilla cord on hand, IIRC I had to special order it, I purchased it when I lived in Utah in 2018.
Replacing the RTV sealed oil pan on 2004 Navigator
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No scratches whatsoever. One likely needs to keep the gorilla cord on hand, IIRC I had to special order it, I purchased it when I lived in Utah in 2018.
Their website specifically claims it's great for the Al-bodied F150s because it won't damage the body or cut pinch welds, which, allegedly, steel wire can do (I wouldn't know)
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It looks like it I thought
GON
$100 Site Donor 2023
PT,
Yes- and there should have not been RTV/ silicone except at four spots, about a pea size worth of RTV total.
Whoever put the gasket on coated (bathed)the gasket to pan in RTV, and then also coated the gasket to block with RTV.
I just finished putting the new pan and gasket in. I could not have done this by myself with the Dorman HELP! Oil Pan Gasket Tool | MTM 45722. Sells on Amazon for 18.99, Orielly for 15.99, and Rock Auto for 9.99
Here are pictures of the old gasket, and the new pan installed, and the Gasket tool.
GON
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Also, the old gasket is a Felpro. I installed an OEM gasket, the OEM gasket look a bit beefier.
I never knew! I'm totally getting one for toothpaste JUST BECAUSE!!!!
Sweet! Using that gorilla cord is a very clever trick. Thanks for sharing it with us.
I would’ve probably just used brute force since a new pan was going in.
Whatever gets the job done always gets my vote.
I would’ve probably just used brute force since a new pan was going in.
Whatever gets the job done always gets my vote.
Nice job. Is this the last of the leaks you were chasing?
GON
$100 Site Donor 2023
KZ,
I was concerned if for some reason I could not get the pan off, but cracked/ damaged it, I would have bigger issues. Not like I can find a mechanic to remove a strongly stuck beat up oil pan so easy anymore. Times have changed. I work on the floor of my garage, with minimal height, so I have some constraints.
If I could do it again, maybe beat the daylights out of the pan with a big hammer with a small handle. But the gorilla cord worked, and only took about ten minutes and a bit of luck. I started the removal process, then worked OCONUS for a week, and thought about to remove the pan all week long.
GON
$100 Site Donor 2023
RR,
Two leaks, power steering fluid and motor oil. I am not sure I have solved either of them, but should know in the next few days.
If I could have done it again, I would have put the SUV on jack stands, cleaned all the leaking fluid, and studied the underside daily looking for stronger signs of the origin(s) of the leak.
Always learning. But I am thrilled to start removing all the dirt collected old oil and power steering fluid that has been spread on the underside of the SUV. I am hoping I can remove that old oil and keep the underside of the SUV clean from dirt absorbing oil.
One thing for note, so nice to work on a vehicle without rust/ corrosion. This SUV is absent of rust/ corrosion, makes doing many jobs quite a bit easier, and one doesn't mind putting in the time or money.
that cord trick reminded me of using fishing line to separate a battery pack on a MacBook Pro after using brake cleaner to soften the adhesive. I’ve seen Safelite now use an Equalizer string tool to take out windshields.
I say good work - I’ll try that next time I deal with RTV and I have access to run a cord. Though, I would get 40-50lb test braided like this - https://p-line.com/product/x-braid-green/
I say good work - I’ll try that next time I deal with RTV and I have access to run a cord. Though, I would get 40-50lb test braided like this - https://p-line.com/product/x-braid-green/
If I wire wheel anything on a mating surface…it is a bronze wheel, not steel. Cleans as well, scratches less
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