Intake Gasket/Sealant
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Intake Gasket/Sealant
When installing new intake manifold gaskets on a TPI, is it ok to put RTV on the gaskets? I know they have silicone around the openings already but I DO NOT want it to get an air leak again.
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If you want to be absolutely sure it won't leak, take the intake to a machine shop and have them do a clean up cut. They are often warped.
They will only deck them the minimum they need to be flat. Usually .005 or less.
They will only deck them the minimum they need to be flat. Usually .005 or less.
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What bothers me the most, is I dont know why or where its leaking from. I just know its gotta be the intake manifold itself. Using a straight it didnt look warped at all. Of course a straight edge isnt the end all of tools to check for that.
I've said it before that I got a fuel leak, but most people said that it wouldnt have effected the intake gasket. I know its not leaking any fluids.
I've said it before that I got a fuel leak, but most people said that it wouldnt have effected the intake gasket. I know its not leaking any fluids.
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Yeah I used sealant instead of the gaskets. Its definitely not the front or back. I find it odd that the part of the gasket thats sticking out is wet, but not leaking.
