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do the timing cover and rear main seal gaskets need RTV?

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Old 09-14-2014, 01:53 PM
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do the timing cover and rear main seal gaskets need RTV?
hey guys. i did a search but some people used RTV and others didn't, i just want to make sure i do it the proper way. the gaskets in question are the ones that go against the block not the oil seals themselves.

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Re: do the timing cover and rear main seal gaskets need RTV?
I put copper spray gasket on all of my gaskets. Timing/water/head/intake, etc
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Re: do the timing cover and rear main seal gaskets need RTV?
Use gasgacinch to glue the gaskets to the block, then use a thin bead of silicone to seal the cover and the rear seal housing.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/edl-9300
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Re: do the timing cover and rear main seal gaskets need RTV?
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I put copper spray gasket on all of my gaskets. Timing/water/head/intake, etc
This is my favorite method as well.
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Re: do the timing cover and rear main seal gaskets need RTV?
thanks for the replies, i'm glad i asked
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