inlet gasket

esray71 · Post by **esray71** » Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:05 pm

anyone had experience with replacing gaskets? should i use sealant when i put on new inlet gaskets or do they not require sealant?

Gannon · Post by **Gannon** » Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:16 pm

It says in the repair manuals "gasket sealant not required"

I didnt use any on mine (ACL gasket kit) and i havent had any problems in the 16 months since i rebuilt it

esray71 · Post by **esray71** » Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:36 pm

well i suppose the gasket should compact and seal well enough if the bolts and done up tight enough. I'd hate to replace them and get air sucking in.

YouTube · Post by **El_Freddo** » Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:09 pm

I've always used genuine inlet gaskets from subaru and never had a problem. I do this because of advice from one of dad's old mechanic mates. He's had problems with aftermarket gaskets failing between the inlet port and the coolant passage.

I usually use a little bit of sealant and scrape the surfaces clean before fitting it all back together...

Bennie