m30b35 inlet manifold gaskets
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wixsy
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changing the inlet manifold, have the gaskets but to i bolt them up dry, lightly oil, lightly grease? just need to know as i want to put it all back together tomorrow
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zaust
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dry and make sure your surfaces are clean.
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zaust
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If you want you could put a smidge go blue seal on but I never do.
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Silverfang
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I tend to use a very very thin smear of blue hylomar to make sure of a positive seal.
When I say thin, as in as thin as you can smear with a finger on the gasket, always worked and means positive seals every time. Also a good idea for the thermostat housing and water pump seals.
When I say thin, as in as thin as you can smear with a finger on the gasket, always worked and means positive seals every time. Also a good idea for the thermostat housing and water pump seals.
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