why is this component not sealed from the factory?
-=Mike
"Bernd D. Ratsch" wrote:
> Well, I went on a long shot and think I found the answer to our belly-pan
> leakage problem:
>
> Moroso "Ceramic Block Seal"
>
> Clean the manifold REALLY well...Engine Cleaner (Foamy Engine Brite is my
> flavor of degreaser) and then a run through the dishwasher. (Yes...the wife
> knew about it.) Then, let it air dry and put the belly-pan gasket back on
> with some sealer (Ultra Copper is still myt choice). Then...pour about 1/4
> cup of the Ceramin Block Sealer down into the manifold and swirlt it around
> for about 5 minutes to build up a nice seal around the bottom surfaces.
> Now, put it in your oven at 200 degrees for 30 minutes. Take it out, let it
> cool down for about 30 minutes an take a look at the sealer now!
>
> There's a nice, smooth seal all the way around the surfaces...and it's nice
> and thick to boot.
>
> - Bernd
-- -=Mike Kuriger 1991 Isuzu Impulse RS 1.8 2000 Dodge Durango SLT 4x4 4.7 http://www.isuzu-mods.com http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/NgFQdD9vkNHNg
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