oil sump and primary gaskets

Jeffery · Posted: August 24, 2009, 5:48 pm Post subject: oil sump and primary gaskets

What do you guys use as a gasket sealer on the sump and the primary. I am having a heck of a time getting them to seal. Do you use sealer on both sides or just one side. Yes, I am torqueing the bolts per the book and in a crisscross pattern. Funny, before i bought a torque wrench I never had these issues. Seems most of these sealers are almost dry before you can get them in place.
Jeffery

nj1639 · Posted: August 24, 2009, 6:24 pm Post subject: Re: oil sump and primary gaskets

Using gray Permatex silicone myself, all applications. Both sides. Working fine.

Retiredgentleman · Posted: August 24, 2009, 10:31 pm Post subject: Re: oil sump and primary gaskets

There's no need for any sealers. I have found gaskets are all you need. If surfaces are perfectly clean, then gaskets will get the job done with no leaks.

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