Sealin Block Pads

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I'm in the middle of putting in a new sump gasket and was wondering about the 
sealing block pads that are part of the set. Is it just a matter of taking 
out the two screws holding the sealing block in? Any pitfalls I should worry 
about?
I know of - and am a believer in the "as long as you're in there, put in a 
new one" philosophy but should I or is there reason to wait (I see no leaks 
around it but....). Should they be oiled? Sealant?
Thanks. 

Jim
CT54531L
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