pan gasket
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OK, a quick search confirmed my part number is correct for a 3FE. It just seems like the gasket is too tall on the curved ends if that makes any sense. My knee jerk reaction was the dealer gave me the wrong gasket. I guess I'll look at it again. BTW the part number on the bag is 12151-61011. Thanks, Jeff
Cruiserdrew
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It only seems that way. Mount the gasket to the motor first with permatex or some other method, then install the pan to the motor.
It does not work to apply the gasket to the pan and then install.
It does not work to apply the gasket to the pan and then install.
I used a few studs to line it all up. That and a gallon of RTV. You are fast becoming the F, 2F, 3FE oil pan/gasket expert.
Eew. You don't need to use any sealant other than on the ends, and then only sparingly.
I've done it a few ways, including trying to glue it to the pan using a spare 2f I have on a stand. The best way I have found is to do it all in one shot with FIPG on the ends. Use thin zip ties or string to attach it to 3 or 4 holes on each side of the pan; not the corners. Put bolts in the other holes. Make sure the ends of the gasket are aligned correctly. You can use a dental pick if they're not right. Cut out the attaching ties. Put in the rest of the bolts and torque it down. Best to use a torque driver that clicks. The torque setting is way less than you would do if you didn't use a torque driver.
Here is a photo of the gasket I used.
Looks like the number is different. I wonder which one is right? haha
I got it from Cool Cruisers of Texas
Looks like the number is different. I wonder which one is right? haha
I got it from Cool Cruisers of Texas
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I think that number is for a 2F. What I did and have done in the past is to use a little spray glue on the pan to hold the gasket in place, but not too much so I could still move it if I had to. I've thought your not supposed to use RTV with cork. I like the idea of glueing it to the block first. That sounds a little easier to line up the ends. It all worked out,but I sure don't remember the gasket looking so much bigger than the pan. Thanks guys for the info and tips.
Moby
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Just as a side note there are now two pans for a 2F and the gaskets aren't compatible. If you buy a new pan (which will have a smaller drain plug then the original) you need a new matching gasket. I was replacing my gasket, got the pan off and decided to just replace it rather than try to patch the pin holes. The gasket that I originally bought didn't fit the new pan. It looks like the corners of the new pan near the saddles are different (perhaps to reduce the common leakage spot?).
DFXR
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This would be more helpful if I had done the install already, BUT...
Truck is an '85 FJ60 (10/84 build date)
Just received new-style (smaller drain plug) pan and gasket from Cruiser Dan. Pan-gasket fitment appears to be good. The curved ends do feel a little "tall" when I dry fit them on the pan but look like they will work.
Part numbers:
Pan: 12101-61013
Gasket: 12151-61011
Pictures:
Truck is an '85 FJ60 (10/84 build date)
Just received new-style (smaller drain plug) pan and gasket from Cruiser Dan. Pan-gasket fitment appears to be good. The curved ends do feel a little "tall" when I dry fit them on the pan but look like they will work.
Part numbers:
Pan: 12101-61013
Gasket: 12151-61011
Pictures:
