Intake Manifold

[clar2001]

Do you use gasket sealer when installing a intake manifold gasket

 

[69MyWay]

Yes, on both ends that is what seals the intake to the block (much better than using the rubber inserts), and a thin skim coat around the water jacket ports (that also helps hold it in place if you let it tac up just a bit before dropping the intake in place.

 

[Dave L.]

Just like Chris said,use a 1/4" bead of silicone on the ends of the manifold instead of the rubber seals and 1/8"bead around the 4 water ports on each corner. I also use a little permatex #2 on the cylinder heads to hold the gaskets in place so they don't move out of place while installing the intake. Torque the bolts in proper sequence to 30ft lbs.

have fun....Dave

 

[clar2001]

Thank you for your help and response ..............

 

[resto75]

Don't forget to put some sealer on the intake bolts too.