Don't get TOO generous with the RTV!! If it squuzes out and gets into the
oil it ends up on the pick-up screen and blocks the oil then you will need
more than a new chain. I have towed in more than one DEAD engine from "TOO
MUCH OF A GOOD THING" I cluld tell you a longer story about a FIRE TRUCK
with that in the fuel tank for 3 years causing trouble.
GEORGE!!
----- Original Message -----
From: "Wisotzkey, Rich" <Rich.Wisotzkey@gd-wts.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 11:37 AM
Subject: DML: RE: M1 gasket install tips?
> Tom,
> Get an upgraded set from the dealer with the rubber front and back seals.
> They seal better than the cork sets. Don't be afraid to use enough RTV
when
> installing them. Run a generous bead above and below the rubber seals,
and
> dont forget the alignment pin holes. Run a healthy double bead where the
> heads meet the block.
>
> Some people are using a sealant called "The Right Stuff". I understand it
> is a remarkable sealant. You do have to move quickly though when using
it.
> It sets up in like five minutes.
> Good-luck,
> Rich
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: TommFern@aol.com [mailto:TommFern@aol.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2001 10:36 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: M1 gasket install tips?
>
>
> Well I just got my heads back and plan on installing next week. A while
ago
> you guys were talking about problems with leaks on the M1 and the
difficulty
>
> preventing them. Does anyone have any words of wisdom for me before I get
> after it? Which gasket set is everyone using?
> Thanks,
> Tom
>
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