Is it possable to change the oil pan gasket on a big block auto '72 chevelle/elcy in car?

I would prefer to NOT pull the motor.

Thanks

this is what I'm wondering about on my '66. i'd like to replace it with a one-piece gasket.

Changing that gasket involves either pulling the motor or a mighty struggle with the engine in the car and the liklihood that the next one may also leak due to the difficulty of installing it properly.

If the gasket is leaking my recommendation would be to thoroughly clean the leaking area with CRC Brakleen and I mean THOROUGHLY. Then use permatex silicone applied to the interface between the block and the pan.

All you need do is apply enough goop, with your finger, to seal that area. If you aren't sure of the leak location then clean all the way around the block, including the timing cover area and apply the permatex. Remember a little of that stuff goes a long way. No need to GOB it alll over. Just get it on where the pan meets the block.

hmm, might be the intermediate plan. my motor runs pretty good, bt has leaks atthe valve covers, timer cover, and oil pan (well, maybe its just dripping down) - also i have a trans leak - so if i pull the motor, i'd replace my PG, too. but i might also have to replace my rusting radiator, too.

hmm, might be the intermediate plan. my motor runs pretty good, bt has leaks atthe valve covers, timer cover, and oil pan (well, maybe its just dripping down) - also i have a trans leak - so if i pull the motor, i'd replace my PG, too. but i might also have to replace my rusting radiator, too.


With respect to oil leaks ALWAYS work from the top down.