View Full Version : Gasket Sealant vs. Not
mrbiglar
04-13-2016, 08:22 AM
...So I am not tracking on when\where to use sealant vs. not. ...When I tore my engine down it looks like the prior person who rebuilt used it on both sides of the TGV's, and on the gasket for the throttle body. Everything I read says no on oil pan, and TGV's, but not sure about throttle body gasket.
Thoughts?
STiPWRD
04-13-2016, 08:34 AM
Refer to the factory service manual for whether or not to use sealant. If you're tearing down the motor, I'd highly suggest downloading the FSM. I rebuilt my engine and as I recall, you should not use sealant at the TGVs or the throttle body, those areas use a gasket only. I do believe I used sealant (permatex ultra grey) at the oil pan and a few other places like where the valve cover goes over the cam shafts. This particular sealant is oil resistant but there are other options out there.
longislandwrx
04-13-2016, 12:18 PM
agreed FSM... there are cute little pictures indicating where sealer goes.
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suttonb3
04-13-2016, 02:41 PM
Another vote for getting a FSM, it's invaluable. I used /did not use ultra grey in the exact same places as STiPWRD mentions in his post.
Mechie3
04-13-2016, 03:36 PM
Oil pan doesn't have a gasket, only sealer.
TGV's are gasket only. Likely the previous owner removed the manifold at one point and didn't want to pony up the $30+ for new gaskets. Sealer is also used on certain portions of the valve cover gasket and on the oil pump.
indiana818
06-11-2016, 08:33 AM
hi craig,
How are you coming on your car? i need to get down and see it
kerry from anderson
Bob_n_Cincy
06-11-2016, 12:59 PM
hi craig,
How are you coming on your car? i need to get down and see it
kerry from anderson
Kerry and Craig,
Michael and I are coming through Indianapolis Monday on our way to and from Putnam Park for a SCCA Track Night.
http://www.tracknightinamerica.com/events/1983182-track-night-2016-indiana-june-13
Come see us there or we could meet while traveling.
Bob