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Mystery hole in oil pan
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ole_Bill |
02-14-2011 @ 2:23 PM
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Can anyone tell me what goes in the threaded hole below the oil dipstick tube in this picture? The pan fits a 59 block.
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supereal |
02-14-2011 @ 2:48 PM
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No mystery there, Bill. That is a return for an oil filter. Some dipstick bosses alread have the pipe threads for a fitting, while others must either be replaced, or a separate boss installed to accomodate the return line. Most 59A pans have the former.
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ole_Bill |
02-15-2011 @ 8:54 AM
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Since I plan no oil filter I assume this hole may be plugged. Do I use a sealent like thread tape or maybe gasket sealent on the plug?
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supereal |
02-15-2011 @ 11:05 AM
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Usually those holes are pipe threaded, and need no sealer. The oil there is not under pressure. If the plug tightens down, I wouldn't put anything on it. At our shop, we don't use Teflon tape. It has a nasty habit of clooging vital areas if any of the tape breaks off. We do use some Permatex if any is required.
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