RTV or No RTV, this is the question.
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RTV or No RTV, this is the question.
I have a 94 f150 I6, manual. I'm replacing the thermostat with a Motorcraft thermostat and gasket. Do I need a rtv type sealant if the housing is in good shape? I've read a few conflicting write-ups...some say just use the gasket only, some say use rtv with the gasket. Thoughts?
Thanks...
NEC
Thanks...
NEC
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Never seen a thermostat gasket have a sticky side, not saying they don't make them. It should not be hard to hold the gasket in place, push the bolts thru the housing, slide the gasket over the bolts and start the bolts. I changed water pump and thermostat on my 4.9 about 5 months ago, no rtv, just gaskets. No leaks yet.
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Just take your gasket and smear a light coating of Permatex No. 2 on each side. It's non hardening and tacky enough to hold your gasket in place, and if you have any imperfections in the machined surfaces it'll take care of that for you too.
RTV is for when you don't HAVE a gasket to work with! Or to fill in gaps like in corners of gaskets where they meet other parts.
RTV is for when you don't HAVE a gasket to work with! Or to fill in gaps like in corners of gaskets where they meet other parts.
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