So explain the "Gorilla Snot" that I had to clean up around both the housing
and block on my '97, and on a '98 and '99 5.2 and 5.9L??? That wasn't "dry
installed" and it wasn't a self-sealing gasket either.
I used to be an ASE-Certified Tech myself and that's the way it was done
since I can remember.
- Bernd
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: Re: DML: Thermostat housing coolant leaks
> They have a sealant and a gasket from the factory. (And UltraCopper is
what
> I use to seal them when I replace the gasket...just a thin coat on both
> sides.)
>
> You are supposed to use a form of sealant anyway when you reinstall them.
> (You don't just put them in dry)
No they are installed dry from the factory, trust me, I'm a fully ASE cert.
Mopar tech. Sorry if some didn't like my advise , I was just trying to let
everyone know about the new gasket.
Dave St.Louis
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