Stupid Question About Throttle Bodies

Okay, I feel like a dumbass for asking this, but you don't put gasket sealant on throttle bodies, right?! I'm already sure you don't, but I'm just looking for a little validation.

Thanks guys. I'm a dipshit!!
Jon

I dont think you need it, but if the gasket is messed up then you might want to replace it.

You guys are right. Sealent is not required. The gasket MUST be present though. It's also good to torque the bolts too. I usually do 20-40lbs torque. Nice and tight

The gasket MUST be present though.

and in good shape, no cracks, holes or chunks taken out of it, otherwise replace it.

Silicone, if ingested into the engine, can coat oxygen sensors and ruin them...

The concern is what crap you get into your engine, not just small leaks. Getting weird goop in your engine is probably a bad thing.

If you're neurotic, like me, you can boost leak test after you seat your TB. If there are gasket problems, you'll lose pressure and hear it. Otherwise, you're good to go. Don't forget the shaft seals, too. Those suckers seem to rot quick.

Good to go?

I got mixed reviews on this one, guys. Since there was no consensus, I just decided to go without for the time being. I figure if I end up with a leak, I can always come back later and coat the gasket with some copper spray.

By the way, I never intended at any time to not replace the gasket with a new one from the dealer. I'm not that big of an idiot. I was just curious as to whether it was a good or bad idea to put any sort of sealant on it. Some people said I should, and to use RTV. Some said to use copper spray (I love that stuff!!). Some said to use a new gasket only, that sealant could damage your o2 sensor or maybe even the valve train.

I haven't leak tested it yet, but I'm going to very soon. Not for a few days, though. It's friggin' cold here. It's not supposed to get over 15* for the next three days. The leak test will have to wait.

Thanks for the responses, fellas!
Jon