In a message dated 5/13/2001 9:10:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
gjbranch@mediaone.net writes:
> Gasket was installed dry...should I have RTV'd the little
> motha?
Goeff:
I believe you have to use something on the gasket to give a better seal. I
personally spread a very thin layer of RTV on both sides, let it set up a
bit, then install it. My mechanic guru swears by white lithium grease on all
gasket surfaces. There are other preparations, but I think going dry is
setting yourself up for leaks, given the small imperfections in the surfaces
we are trying to seal. Also, when installing the oil seals, remember to
spread a thin layer of white lithium grease or oil on the crankshaft end that
is going to be slid into the seal.
--David C.
--David C.
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