Balancer Bolt and Oil Pan Gasket Question

["Greg Schroeder" <gschroeder@comcast.net>]

OK, I was able to remove the balancer bolt by removing the oil pan and laying
a 3/8 breakdown bar between the crank and the block.


Now this brings up the question for the oil pan gasket. This always seems to
be a sore point for leaks in most of my cars.  Which type gasket is best?
Cork, Rubber, Paper or RTV/Silicone?  Anyone have any experience or
information to which is best.


Greg 0036