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Old Apr 24, 2011 | 04:00 AM
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Replacing thermostat when I change coolant on my '04 ZO6. I got the AC Delco stock replacement T-stat, O-Ring, & Inlet tube. 2 questions...
1) Does O-Ring need to be treated with any kind of sealant or silicone?
2) Do I also need a gasket for where inlet tube mates to engine block?
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Old Apr 24, 2011 | 11:08 AM
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The O ring is your gasket and it doesn't need any dressing of any kind.
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Originally Posted by Last C5
The O ring is your gasket and it doesn't need any dressing of any kind.
this.

why not go with the 160 over stock?
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The O ring is your gasket and it doesn't need any dressing of any kind.




Originally Posted by BPG
why not go with the 160 over stock?
Because 160 offers no improvements and only increases fuel consumption and engine wear.
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Originally Posted by Last C5
The O ring is your gasket and it doesn't need any dressing of any kind.
Thanks Doug!
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