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87LXblackpearl
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so how do i change my oil pan gasket without removing the whole engine???any help will be appreciated thanks...
Posts: 98 | From: RichCityCA. | Registered: Oct 2010  |  :
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take the motor mounts loose and h pipe. Get it way up in the air.

Use a one piece pan gasket, you will be happy you did.

If you get the FMS one it comes with some handy installer tool that holds it in place. VERY nice when you are on your back.

Dan

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Posts: 7606 | From: Discovery Bay, California | Registered: Apr 2006  |  :
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yeah i have the blue 1 piece fel pro gasket..i think it came with 4 pins for each corner for installation..anyways thanks ima go get on it ..oh yeah do i use a engine hoist or a floor jack for this??
Posts: 98 | From: RichCityCA. | Registered: Oct 2010  |  :
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engine hoist

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Posts: 754 | From: Stockton | Registered: Dec 2010  |  :
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so i got it done earlier today wasnt as hard as i thought...thanks for the advice!!!
Posts: 98 | From: RichCityCA. | Registered: Oct 2010  |  :
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Nice so it isn't to bad? I need to change mine also.
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same here... ryan ur from fmt right? lets do this shit. lol pm me if u want to.

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Not anymore.....I moved to the valley

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awww you gay. well shit if you down. i got a hoist and jacks etc. at the house.

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do you have to loosen the transmision bolts or mount?
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