[s-cars] Gasket sealant?

[djdawson2 at aol.com]

I let all the gaskets do the job on their own.  If the surfaces are clean, they will do the job.  Anywhere a seal is used, I coat the outer lip before installing it.  That would include main seals, cam seal, etc.  High temp red silicon works fine.  My 20v has remained dry and clean since I rebuilt it 50k ago... except for a slight valve cover seep.
 
Dave
 
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From: DGraber460 at aol.com
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Sent: Wed, 28 Jun 2006 08:01:05 EDT
Subject: [s-cars] Gasket sealant?


What is the collective list wisdom and consensus on using gasket sealants  
when assembling an engine?
This is directed to a WX 10V, mainly concerning oil pan, and the front and  
rear main seal carriers.
Use it (and which one/what type) or let the gaskets do their job  solo?
I am sick and tired of a messy engine bay, and now that it's out and  getting 
cleaned up I would like it to stay that way! At least for a  while.
 
Dennis
Denver

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