What is the preferred sealant for the gasket on a starter, or do you prefer no sealant and just go with the gasket. Also, would the same sealant be used on the oil pan if a sealant is preferred?
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Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
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10-18-2017 08:53 AM #2Senior Member
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
I would use the gasket, wiggling the starter into place may displace the sealant.
GLORY Hull # 365
Northport, NY
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
On my upper and lower oil pan, I used Permatex Permashield..great product. On a starter motor, I usually don't use a sealant other than to hold a gasket in place.
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
Thanks for the replies. Everything I have taken off of this engine seems to have a blue rtv as well as a gasket. As either smith or boatsb said, trying to use the right sealant for the job. Thanks again.
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10-20-2017 05:27 PM #5Senior Member
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
In most cases at the factory no sealant is used.
GLORY Hull # 365
Northport, NY
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
Yes thank you, I’m debating that. It’s just that everything I took off of the old engine had blue rtv. This being a new block though the mating surface is perfect. Maybe I will forgo the sealant.
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
One of the most common DDA oil leak areas.
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Re: Sealant on gasket for starter on 8v71?
In a previous life as an auto mechanic I favored this product when assembling VW and Porsche engine cases that did not use a gasket between the split crankcase halves. I found it easy to apply and effective in sealing. https://www.amazon.com/Gasgacinch-44...rds=gasgacinch