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Old 09-20-2009, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by patrickt View Post
Doug, studs are best -- it's much easier to align the gasket and pan when you have studs in there. Cork, black RTV, and make absolutely positive that your pan is flat.
I use studs in 2 positions to locate the pan. Barry R recommended the serrated bolts and and they hold torque much better. The whole stud backs out, not just the nut loosening. As stated earlier, I've been through this before.
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