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inlet gasket
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:05 pm
by esray71
anyone had experience with replacing gaskets? should i use sealant when i put on new inlet gaskets or do they not require sealant?
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:16 pm
by Gannon
It says in the repair manuals "gasket sealant not required"
I didnt use any on mine (ACL gasket kit) and i havent had any problems in the 16 months since i rebuilt it
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:36 pm
by esray71
well i suppose the gasket should compact and seal well enough if the bolts and done up tight enough. I'd hate to replace them and get air sucking in.
Posted: Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:09 pm
by El_Freddo
I've always used genuine inlet gaskets from subaru and never had a problem. I do this because of advice from one of dad's old mechanic mates. He's had problems with aftermarket gaskets failing between the inlet port and the coolant passage.
I usually use a little bit of sealant and scrape the surfaces clean before fitting it all back together...
Bennie