Gaskets and Seals are commonly used together, but are not the same. A gasket is used, to close the leakage between two parts, that are static and doesn’t show any relative motion. On the other hand, a seal is a dynamic piece, that is used to avoid leakage between two parts, that show sliding or relative motion.

Oil Pan Gasket Leak – How To Diagnose And Confirm The Leak
The oil pan gasket, has only one important job to do. And, that is sealing the oil pan, to the bottom of the engine. But, it is not uncommon, for the gasket to wear out […]