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Old 02-28-2016, 04:13 PM   #756 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Filipe View Post
curious as to why - but i'd imagine it's just one of those things "because they say so"
The raised part of the notch makes it easier for the bolt to thread into it and also that side has the smaller opening to seal more effectively.

I'd also say because the bolt is tightening into the pan, having the open end on the pan would allow for more even crushing and subsequent better seal.
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