some help required
12-07-2008, 10:21 AM
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Shouldnt need rtv on the TB, I was going to write that its not the MAF, because it would still start with the MAF unplugged but looks like you got it
12-07-2008, 06:57 PM
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i thightned the bolts to the tb and it still leaks so would it be smart to use rtv?
12-07-2008, 07:57 PM
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you can get by by using rtv, but the new gaskets is like 10 bucks from summit. i used rtv for awhile, but in my oppinion its kinda messy
12-07-2008, 08:29 PM
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im using a brand new fel-pro gasket and it leaks
12-07-2008, 10:30 PM
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^^^did u clean off the old gaskets on both parts?
12-07-2008, 11:12 PM
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12-07-2008, 11:24 PM
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gotcha....so did u clean both surfaces very well
12-07-2008, 11:47 PM
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yeah i used a razor blade and got them all off but should i use rtv on bothe sides and put the gasket in the middle?
12-08-2008, 01:41 AM
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u could try a very light coat of it its just that all the cars and times i pulled off my tb i never needed rtv to seal it up..........
12-08-2008, 02:23 AM
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when i opene it i will check for any old gasket and can i still use the same gasket? it has less than 15 min of use but it leaked can it get wet and ruined?
