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Orinawak 03-15-2021 09:21 AM

Testing Oil Pan for leaks while on engine stand?
 
Hey everyone. I currently have my engine on a stand and resealed the oil pan after installing new front and rear seals along with a turbo drain fitting. I used a thick bead of RTV, but had to reposition the oil pan a few times before I got the position right. I’m just worried I may have caused a leak point due to that even though the RTV was still wet. Is there a good way to test the pan for leaks on the stand, or do I just have to put the engine in the car and hope for the best?

Midtenn 03-15-2021 11:16 AM

Fill it with oil and tilt the engine on the stand 45* and see if oil starts seeping out. Repeat for other side.

Orinawak 03-15-2021 11:19 AM


Originally Posted by Midtenn (Post 1595191)
Fill it with oil and tilt the engine on the stand 45* and see if oil starts seeping out. Repeat for other side.

Oh why didn’t I think of that. Of course! Thanks!


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