Re: Threaded studs on TJ oil pan screws
 

Earle Horton wrote:
> "Richard J Kinch" wrote...
>> DougW writes:
>>
>>> Rather than make many different setups
>>> for each production vehicle they simply put studs where
>>> they would be needed no matter what vehicle the engine
>>> will be installed in.
>>
>> OK, I'll buy that.
>>
>> Consequently it doesn't matter if they go back in the same
>> pattern.

As long as they support what ever you need hanging off
them. I'd dry-fit everything first just to make sure.

> No but what does matter is that they get the proper torque.

And step the torque so the gasket and flange don't get squooshed
out.

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DougW