oil pan gasket
 

Does the engine have to be pulled to change the oil pan gasket on a 1982 380 sl roadster? Thanks Kathy,

Yes, or the sub-frame dropped. There is just no clearance.

But why would you want to replace the pan gasket? I would try making sure all the bolts are tight first.

Pan gaskets do not contribute to oil leaks on those very much unless there is a lot of blow by...crankcase pressure build up.

Most leaks are from rear main crank seal....front cover...cam covers....oil drain plug..... Unless the car has been high-sided on a parking block or similar.


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