Do I use sealant on Fel-Pro gaskets?
Installing Fel-Pro Head Gaskets Use no sealers, adhesives or other additives with these gaskets. Learn more about Fel-Pro quality gaskets that are specifically designed for the repair environment, find your car part, or find where to buy your auto part today.
Which side goes up on Fel-Pro head gaskets?
TOP
“TOP” or “THIS SIDE UP” means that’s the side of the gasket that should be facing you once it’s installed. This stamp is found on Fel-Pro head gaskets for Subaru engines (which have horizontally opposed cylinders). The edge of the gasket with the “UP” stamp must be kept up toward the top of the engine block.
Do you use RTV on Fel-Pro gaskets?
Please note that RTV is not to be used on the entire gasket; the gasket should be installed clean and dry. RTV should only be used on the corners of the gasket and/or stepped casting areas that have a gap. Using a small amount of RTV will fill in those areas to assure a leak-free assembly.
Do you put silicone on head gasket?
Since most engines run coolant and oil through the head gaskets we’ll discuss head gasket sealants. Most importantly, you don’t need very much; second, don’t use silicone.. that about covers it. People get into trouble with leaking head gaskets when they use too much sealant, especially too much silicone.
Are aluminum heads better than iron?
Aluminum heads have higher compression, are lightweight and have better ports when compared to iron heads. However, iron heads are usually preferred by daily drivers, since it does not develop problems like aluminum heads over time. Aluminum heads may have to be removed and repaired more often than iron heads.
Why choose Fel-Pro® gaskets?
It’s no secret that Fel-Pro ® gaskets offer the most reliable seal for any repair job. Proper installation is the key to long service life, as installation practices are changing rapidly as gasket designs advance.
What is Felfel-pro?
Fel-Pro’s proprietary rubber resists all fluids and features multiple sealing beads that provide additional sealing and compensate for rough corroded gasket flange surfaces. To ensure these technologies work in the way they were designed to, these intake manifold gaskets must be installed on a clean, dry surface with no additional sealants used.
Do you need to seal RTV with Fel Pro gasket?
Also, RTV can extrude out when the gasket is compressed, and it could end up in an oil or coolant passage and restrict or block flow. In cases where a sealant is needed for installation of a Fel-Pro gasket, a FIT® Form will be included, along with the proper sealant.