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 bombproof oil pan sealing
#735853
07/06/06 06:44 PM
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Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 73
OP
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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I hate leaks and have heard that the 22re it is relatively tough to keep the oil pan leakproof. Any tips on a "guaranteed" procedure/technique to keep it from leaking?
Also, I goofed and wasn't paying attention when I took the bolts out of the pan. Can someone take pity and tell me which oil pan holes the longer bolts go into?
Thanks folks.
Joa
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: fly_it_slow]
#735854
07/06/06 06:46 PM
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Joined: Sep 2004
Posts: 1,015
Body Damage is Cool
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Everyone here seems to love Toyota's FIPG (form in place gasket)
Kinda like RTV sealant but.. better ;o)
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: fly_it_slow]
#735855
07/06/06 07:09 PM
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Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 5,688
Trail Leader
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Do what everybody with leaky oil pans doesnt take the time to do...correct the mounting surface of the pan. Tap all the dimples around the bolt holes back to flush, make sure the sealant groove is spotless then run your continuous bead of sealer in the proper location per the manual and then mount it up. Two longer bolts?? Hmmmm are you meaning the studs that go midway down each side of the oil pan?? ~Darin <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/baby.gif" alt="" />
88' 4x4 *22R-EB Gen II* 87' $Runner *22R-EB Gen I* 85' Sillyca 22R-Esq  "I LIVE IN MY OWN WORLD...THEY KNOW ME WELL THERE"
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: Esquire812]
#735856
07/06/06 07:14 PM
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Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 836
Rock Warrior
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Do what everybody with leaky oil pans doesnt take the time to do...correct the mounting surface of the pan. Tap all the dimples around the bolt holes back to flush, make sure the sealant groove is spotless then run your continuous bead of sealer in the proper location per the manual and then mount it up. Two longer bolts?? Hmmmm are you meaning the studs that go midway down each side of the oil pan?? ~Darin <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/baby.gif" alt="" /> X2...I use "The Right Stuff" sealant. I can't say it's better than FIPG, but it's never let me down.
I would rather suffer the consequences of a Conservative?s error, than suffer the consequences of a Socialist's intent.
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: ChrisH]
#735857
07/06/06 08:05 PM
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Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 12,153
Web Wheeler
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Everyone here seems to love Toyota's FIPG (form in place gasket)
Kinda like RTV sealant but.. better ;o) I used FIPG on mine and no leaks in 6+ years. Cleaning both surfaces well is key. I also used a small hammer to flatten out the areas around the bolt holes in the pan. With the FIPG (black for the oil pan), follow the insturctions closely. You need to let it set for a certain time before installing the pan. And don't over tighten the bolts.
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: 4Crawler]
#735858
07/06/06 08:38 PM
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Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 4,230
Roll Me Over
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I also used a small hammer to flatten out the areas around the bolt holes in the pan. This is the reason for most of the leaks, people do not do this. I have a small metal bar that I use as a dolly on the other side. This needs to be done if you use FIPG or it calls for a cork gasket. Also on cork gaskets, I always soak them in water to make them pliable.
David Fritzsche
1990 Ex-Cab V-6,5-speed, with a few mods
04.5 CTD Dodge 2500 Ram--Tow Rig
Roseville, CA
"Serenity through Sobriety"
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: OOP'S]
#735859
07/07/06 06:37 AM
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Joined: May 2006
Posts: 47
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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I used the right stuff on mine...... Once cured you don't need the bolts anymore. I had to take it off a week later and had to resort to pounding a screw driver in to get it to let go. Then had to file down the nice score mark I made in the block..... But it's back on and still no leaks! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Jerod
89 4Runner, 282k miles. "I gotta have more cow bell"
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: 2ndGenToyotaFan]
#735860
07/07/06 07:16 AM
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Joined: Aug 2002
Posts: 2,101
Body Damage is Cool
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gray RTV is all i need for oil pans. actually, the 20R/22R/22RE engines are all very easy to keep leak free compared to some engines, as they use a 1 piece main seal with a bolt on retainer and a totally flat oil pan surface.
'79 sport 4x4 longbed <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
20/22R hybrid with EB's OS valves, 268c cam, offy intake, weber 32/36, thorley header, 5 speed swap, 34" LTBs, downey 3" springs, marlin hysteer, 4.88s and locked
'91 4x4 shortbed
22R-E, W56, the dd!
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: 2ndGenToyotaFan]
#735861
07/07/06 02:15 PM
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Joined: Apr 2000
Posts: 4,230
Roll Me Over
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I used the right stuff on mine...... Once cured you don't need the bolts anymore. I had to take it off a week later and had to resort to pounding a screw driver in to get it to let go. Then had to file down the nice score mark I made in the block..... But it's back on and still no leaks! <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> Next time use a stiff putty knife!!!
David Fritzsche
1990 Ex-Cab V-6,5-speed, with a few mods
04.5 CTD Dodge 2500 Ram--Tow Rig
Roseville, CA
"Serenity through Sobriety"
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Re: bombproof oil pan sealing
[Re: OOP'S]
#735862
07/08/06 03:53 AM
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Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 73
OP
Getting the Wheeling Fever
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Still not sure about those long bolts- anyone know where they go?
Thanks
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