gasket sealent
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gasket sealent
A friend of mine suggested it was necessery to let the corvet sit for 24 hours after replacing the water pump to allow the sealent to cure. I am not sure if this is really necessety. The parts dealer indicated sealent was not required. Any thoughts on this. Thank you.
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I use just a trace of rtv on waterpump gaskets. I don't wait to fill the coolant back up once it's back together. I do like to wait overnight when doing the intake gaskets though before I drive it.
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Originally Posted by mike t
A friend of mine suggested it was necessery to let the corvet sit for 24 hours after replacing the water pump to allow the sealent to cure.
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From: Dublin CA
If you use Permatex "THE RIGHT STUFF" there is no waiting period. Just apply the sealant to the gaskets, bolt in place and GO.
RVT or silicone needs 24 hours to cure. The Right Stuff is much better.
RVT or silicone needs 24 hours to cure. The Right Stuff is much better.
