oil change, How To Options

[cpfoster]

This may be a simplistic question, but this is my first 914 a '73 2.0L. I just got it recently. My question has to do with the oil change, specifically the strainer which is to be removed and cleaned, which I did. The problem is when I replaced it it leaks oil. I know it's only supposed to be torqued to 8 ft lbs or so which I did, I think the problem has to do with the gasket. My oil change gasket kit came with two gaskets for the strainer. Am I supposed to use both? I just fitted one gasket on to the strainer when replacing it, was I supposed to double up, or push one of the gaskets up into the lip where it seals with the case? What's the proper procedure here?

Also, now I'm going to get more oil, I had used SAE 30W but I'd rather use a multi-grade, what is working for most here?

Thanks!

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[smg914]

You need to use both gaskets.
Install everything in the following order.

gasket
--------
strainer
--------
gasket
--------
cover plate

[realred914]

You need to use both gaskets.
Install everything in the following order.

gasket
--------
strainer
--------
gasket
--------
cover plate

Yes!! you need two new paper gaskets, one goes on each side of the strainer. I suspect you had two , but the upper one stuck to the engine case when you drained the oil and did not see it.

i would not recomend sealers, as they will be a clean up issue each time you change oil. I have NEVER needed any sealer on my 914 motors ever on this cover plate all with no drips. if you still leak with new gaskets, then maybe the plate is warped? also there should be a one use only crushable metal washer under the big nut.
note I have been able to reuse the gaskets once or twice, but generally i replace them to be sure of no leaks.


NEVER EVER FRICKIN EVER double up on the torque for the large oil plate nut, never ever do that . the piece that it screws onto is mounted on a fragile aluminum casting that cantilevers out on the case, you snap it, adn you must pull the entire engine apart to repair. NEVER EXCEED RECOMMENED TORQUE on this part ever!!!!

as a new owner, you should be aware of teh SM rated motor oils and the lack of zinc (ZDDP) in them. the lack of ZDDP in new motor oils may ruin your cam. you need to use a speciality oil such as Brad Penn, or use an additve to regular oils A common additve is STP red bottle four cylinder oil treatment, add the pint bottle to each oil change in teh 914. do a search on zddp and oil here or on the web. your 914 NEEDS the higher zinc content.


dont forget these cars need frequent (6000 mile0 valve checks/adjustments. when you do them, you will want a new valve cover gasket each time, and some gasket glue to place on the cover side only.


good luck with your fine new car!!!

p[ost some photos please!!!!

have fun