Recent content by Juelz

Also would a plastic razor be safer to use on the aluminum oil pan than a metal scraper? And the original was preformed

That's a bummer and Yes my replacement is silicone and I definitely have to get it off since pieces of it have already been broken away trying to get it off. Also here is a link to mt replacement gasket: Gasket Originally Posted By: Ducked Originally Posted By: Juelz I was thinking because I...

I was thinking because I have about 3 old bottles and if it will only affect the silicone gasket why not? And I have a new gasket that I picked up from auto zone.

I was even thinking of using an old baking tray and fill enough to cover the bottom and then turn the oil pan over in it overnight....or am I going to far? Haha

Thanks, great info! I do have bottles of old brake fluid lying around. I was thinking of heavily soaking the gasket in brake fluid overnight and see what happens in the morning? As already stated brake fluid is non-volatile. This means its less of a health hazard and gets more of a chance to...

Thank you and everyone for your input. And the pan is off thr engine it is just the gasket that is baked on the pan. Also just wondering why brake fluid? Is it better at eating the old gasket? Should I also let it soak? Originally Posted By: Ducked Brake fluid in a syringe or dropper. If the...

Originally Posted By: Kool1 Permatex gasket remover is not strong enough to eat the old gaskets; it's probably environmentally friendly. CRC Technician Grade gasket remover is great stuff. Yeah I saw that on amazon but unfortunately it is only available on amazon based on my location. I did...

Hello everyone, I have a 1997 Integra and I managed to remove the oil pan but the gasket is baked on like hard plastic? Are there any solvents I can soak it in for it to be easier to remove? I heard about using a blow torch but that is the last option, please see other questions below Can I...

Originally Posted By: surfstar Go with an Aisin kit (Japanese-made water pump and OEM quality parts) I have, and am dreading to install the following: 2000 HONDA CIVIC 1.6L L4 SOHC AISIN TKH005 Timing Belt Component Kit $ 78.79 FEL-PRO VS50500R Valve Cover Gasket $ 10.43 GATES 22323...

Originally Posted By: Quest If you don't want any unexpected(unanticipated) "surprises", always go for OEM parts: factory Honda timing belt tensioner, factory or OE equivalent timing belt; water pump: either factory OE honda, GMB or Nissin. Q. a lot of those are OEM MFGs. KOYO, MPW, AISIN...

I have a 97 Integra LS I was looking to buy a timing belt kit and first was going to buy from Advanced Auto Parts but then started to do some research. I found a really cheap full packaged timing belt kit: Timing Belt Kit They are not only cheap but include more parts than any other kit. They...

Thanks for the replies guys hmmm I see. and Paint jobs are still like 3k for a good one? I hear places like maaco where you can get it done cheaper dont last

the back right panel closer to the trunk

I have a 97 acura integra which looks like the clear coat is failing on one of the panels Started out like a bubble which cracked and started to peel and tiny other bubbles started to form. The paint underneath hasnt turned white though at least:( is there anything that can be done to keep it...

I have an integra nd it uses r-134a My A/C is blowing but not cold so I went to a shop and hes charging me $60 to put freon or refrigerant in it and see if its leaking and then the $60 would be included in repairs. I also heard though that you can buy the refrigerant can r-134a and do it...