1st oil change

[keithc]

I changed my oil today. The only gasket I saw to replace was the one at the base of the filter housing. Cleaned cannisters and housing real well and did not twist the cannister when tightening the top nut. I have not fired her up yet. I got scared when reading on SS about starting up after oil change. Some say to turn engine over a few times with the throttle shut off. Any suggestions? I will try to change the fuel filters tomorrow.

 

[WARWAG]

This sounds like a MEP Generator oil change? If so I wouldnt worry about starting it up. Are you worried about a dry start?

 

[keithc]

No, this is on the deuce. Forgot to specify. Three different gaskets were included in the box. I am sure I got the base gasket right. I did not have a gasket to fit on the bolt head so I just re-used the old one. There was one gasket that would fit around the entire cannister with 2" of slack and one small gasket that would not even fit over the bolt.

 

[DieselBob]

When I did my oil change I just started the engine with no extra cranking. Let it idle for several minutes and check the filter cans several times for leaks.

 

[Flyingvan911]

The few cranks with the fuel off is just to check for hydrolock in the cylinders. A few cranks does nothing to move oil. Put the hood up and secure it with the hooks. Start the engine and make sure pressure comes up on the gauge. Then get out and check for oil leaking out of the filter housings.

 

[velociT]

You used the flatter gasket, right?

 

[bratpackdad]

If the pressure comes up and you have no leaks you're good. Now would be a good time to consider spin on filters.

 

[Heavysteven]

Dito, replace oil, start truck, check oil pressure gauge, and check for leaks.

 

[Tinwoodsman]

I did all that and when I started her up, I immediately felt like Jed Clampet. Oil everywhere. I did not let the cannister move at all during install. Tried it again and checked the cannisters closely. No burrs or dents and put new NAPA gaskets on. Second time was a very slight leak.

After two attempts and about 7 rolls of paper towels I call Jatonka and ordered spin-ons. Call me easy!!!!

 

[Billy Bobbed]

When I changed my oil the first time with new gaskets it leaked,so I put the old gaskets back on it stopped.

 

[M-35A3]

The gasket fits under a very small lip that may be the cause of the leak.

 

[dabtl]

Spin on filters solve all problems. I think?