If you're torquing the oil pan to that small amount by hand, you shouldn't be stripping them. >hint< <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Snug is good; just make sure you give the sealant a chance to set up before adding oil. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> Toyota FIP stuff is good; so is Permatex's black gasket sealant.


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