Felpro Header gasket

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May 27, 2004 | 08:01 PM

IslandZ

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Felpro Header gasket

Show of hands, should I use copper RTV when installing the felpro 1406 header gaskets?
Thanks.

May 27, 2004 | 08:13 PM

joeSS97

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No,it makes a mess.It wont seal that kind of pressure,thats the gaskets job.

May 27, 2004 | 10:00 PM

simple

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Originally posted by joeSS97
No,it makes a mess.It wont seal that kind of pressure,thats the gaskets job.

ditto

May 28, 2004 | 03:58 PM

Janny

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felpro 1406 for 5 years no RTV and no leaks

May 28, 2004 | 06:19 PM

OBE1 95Z28

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ditto...no RTV. Just make sure you retorque the header bolts after 10 or so heat cycles. Also don't over tighten the bolts, they thread into aluminum heads!

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