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TR4/4A Oil pan removal and replacement

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Chasman3 said:
I was convinced my rear seal was leaking and it may well be but it was odd that with my car came 2 new oil pan gaskets (higher priced versions). Bolts are not over tightened. Today I discovered why. The pan has a 1” x 10” seam of epoxy in one of the valleys. The defect was painted over. It’s oil moist and the source of my leak. I have a replacement pan coming. What sealer should I use here in USA? Typical I would bond the gasket with Duco or 3M adhesive to the pan but uncertain what to use gasket to block? Lastly worth braising the old pan?

Thanks

Charlie
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I forgot to report progress. Fixed! Virtually no leaks! The old pan had a pretty significant split and what appeared to be a JB Weld repair. The first EBay pan was rejected, way too pitted, although it was cool since it was early with fine thread and brass plug. Second one newer, not pitted. Sealed and torqued with a small 3/8 torque wrench. It worked perfectly. Checked screen. Clean inside.
 
Just a forgotten follow up. Oil pan is fixed. Old one had a significant split that looked like a JB Weld repair. Used Permatex original both sides and small 3/8” torque wrench. Virtually no leaks under the car. Checked the screen. Clean inside. Thank you all. This is way past due but wouldn’t you know it, get the car you wanted for a while and then get a cancer diagnosis. Still optimistic.
 
That sucks! Stay strong and Triumph over it... (sorry...) Working on your car, even a little bit at a time can be highly therapeutic.
Chasman3 said:
Just a forgotten follow up. Oil pan is fixed. Old one had a significant split that looked like a JB Weld repair. Used Permatex original both sides and small 3/8” torque wrench. Virtually no leaks under the car. Checked the screen. Clean inside. Thank you all. This is way past due but wouldn’t you know it, get the car you wanted for a while and then get a cancer diagnosis. Still optimistic.
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Sorry to hear that… stay positive and enjoy the car as a diversion from other worries. This is a very friendly place with lots of people who are here to help in any way possible. Of course it will be mostly car related due to its nature but we’ll be pulling for you as you get through this.
 
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