Chris,

As Shooper says, search for old discussions on this topic for a lot of good information.

There are at least three thicknesses of setting tape. Use the thickness that is a little tight when dry fitting.

Also, put the tape in dry, as chuckthetruck (and the Shop Manual) says. Mineral oil or any engine oil will do fine.

Tim

Tim
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1954 3106 Carryall Suburban
1954 3104 5-window pickup w/Hydra-Matic
The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.