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Quick water pump question


bhw33191
06-01-2010, 02:53 PM
Do i need to apply any kind of sealer before i hook it up to the engine? Or should i just keep it a dry seal?

j cAT
06-01-2010, 07:08 PM
Do i need to apply any kind of sealer before i hook it up to the engine? Or should i just keep it a dry seal?

on these gaskets I use permatex form a gasket sealant ..just coat the entire gasket very lightly let it set for 1/2hour then install...


on the water pumps mounting studs I use thread sealant...this on the threads will prevent thread rusting ...leaks etc...

silicon212
06-02-2010, 10:18 PM
Thread sealant on the bolts is all you need, I just install the gaskets "dry". Never had problems in 25+ years.

Blt2Lst
06-03-2010, 02:46 PM
Thread sealant on the bolts is all you need, I just install the gaskets "dry".

What he said ^^

In addition to that, I use weatherstrip adhesive to hold the gaskets in place, keeps them from moving when installing the pump.

bigwar
06-11-2010, 02:04 AM
Would that also apply to a 1995 Caprice Classic station wagon 5.7L

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