lonniejo

Date posted: 5/01/2006 10:29 pm  Subject: jeep tranny gaskets

the repair was easy to understand, great pictures,what kind of camera,lights?
i have had my share of oilpan, tranny pan gasket repair,just thought i'd pass on a tip i learned from a 25year mechanic. if you get sewing thread, and tie each bolt hole with thread,it saves a headache latter on,the thread will just melt away,but regardless it will not interfere with the sealing capabilities. works also on rocker cover gaskets.

 

mrdiy

Date posted: 5/09/2006 6:22 pm  Subject: re: jeep tranny gaskets

Thanks,
The shots were taken with a Canon A510 digital camera. No extra lighting, just the flash.

I've never heard of using sewing thread, but I have heard of using vasoline. I'd be worried about using the right kind of thread that would "melt away." Luckily on that Jeep, the gasket holes were just the right size to hold the bolts in place.