Can anyone offer any suggestions on how to make sure my
oil plan does not leak. I understand that the 427FE leaks but I would really like to get this part right (and I never have). I don't know the number of the part but it is a two stage pan with a windage tray and the pan itself.
1) I am wondering if there is a process for installing the first pan, then bolting up the pickup...and then putting in the next pan?
2) What is the preferred gasket? The last time I used two cork gaskets and it seems to leak now more than the last time.
3) I also seem to have a leak where the dipstick tube is now (which I didn't have the last time I tried this process.
4) is there a preferred sealant to use?
5) Should i let the sealant sit overnight first before installing either part of the tray/pan?
I have read a lot but nothing as to the process, preferred gaskets, etc. Any help would be appreciated. FWIW, the car is up on a lift with the engine in the car.
Thanks, Kramer.