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June 26th, 2012, 02:00 PM

bobfo1

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Differential cover

If I'm installing a differential cover and using a gasket, do I need to use some kind of sealer with the gasket, or do I simply install the gasket as is?

June 26th, 2012, 02:37 PM

jensenracing77

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i don't use any on mine and never had a problem. the factory didn't use any either. just make sure both surfaces are clean.

June 26th, 2012, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jensenracing77

i don't use any on mine and never had a problem. the factory didn't use any either. just make sure both surfaces are clean.

That is my experience, too. Gasket only - torque bolts to spec.

June 28th, 2012, 09:25 PM

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Gasket sealer etc

With the aftermarket gaskets, USE sealer. Better safe that sorry.

Gaskets are much thinner and not made from the same material as older stock.

Good luck. Jim
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July 28th, 2012, 11:06 PM

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Seems like I always hear its about 50/50 people use gasket with sealer and other half use only gasket wish we could get a definitive answer on this question.

July 28th, 2012, 11:53 PM

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Put it this way, using sealer on the gasket won't hurt anything.

July 29th, 2012, 03:27 PM

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IF you do not plan on going in all the time (race application) Then seal both sides and BE DONE.... guarantee not to leak.

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July 31st, 2012, 06:35 AM

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I would use sealer, since the new gaskets are thin cardboard. I wish there was a rubber version made for these.
Also check the flatness around the bolt holes before reinstalling.