Oil pan studs or bolts?

[4pipes]

I was able to replace the pan gasket in my Kirkham with the engine in the car because I had bolts. If I had studs, it would have been very difficult.

[Tim7139]

Studs, right stuff on gaskets, of which I use 2, moderate tension, after a couple heat cycles, go back for 2-3 odd ones that need to be snugged. You're done.
Have had zero pan drips with this system, Canton pan with windage tray.

[Tim7139]

Studs, right stuff on gaskets, of which I use 2, moderate tension, after a couple heat cycles, go back for 2-3 odd ones that need to be snugged. You're done.
Have had zero pan drips with this system, Canton pan with windage tray.

[rodneym]

Originally Posted by 4pipes

I was able to replace the pan gasket in my Kirkham with the engine in the car because I had bolts. If I had studs, it would have been very difficult.

Well, that's a HUGE plus for bolts.
BTW. what oil pan do you run?

[4pipes]

Originally Posted by rodneym

Well, that's a HUGE plus for bolts.
BTW. what oil pan do you run?

Aviaid dry sump pan with external oil pump, courtesy of Pat Buckley (give credit where credit is due).
BTW, there is a step where you have to hit the starter to move the throws/counter weights out of the way. Made me nervous with no oil!

[4pipes]

Alright, I'm getting to old and have CRS disease. Just went out and looked.....I have friggin studs, NOT bolts!

That's why I had to reposition the crank.