anthonym Posted August 14, 2022 Share Posted August 14, 2022 The array is vast and I am lost. When I choose one it's impossible to find over here.That's why I will probably use the new gasket.Anthony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon_h Posted August 14, 2022 Share Posted August 14, 2022 For what engine? K series? No sealant is required on the gasket. If you leave the gasket out then any rtv sump sealant should suffice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 14, 2022 Author Share Posted August 14, 2022 1987 BDRyes that choice of RTV is where I got lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon_h Posted August 14, 2022 Share Posted August 14, 2022 I'd use loctite 5980 or similar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 14, 2022 Author Share Posted August 14, 2022 duly ordered some, thanks.https://www.henkel-adhesives.com/ch/en/product/gasketing-sealants/loctite_si_5980.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 14, 2022 Author Share Posted August 14, 2022 is 100ml enough? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon_h Posted August 14, 2022 Share Posted August 14, 2022 I'd think so. You don't need much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 14, 2022 Author Share Posted August 14, 2022 brill, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkeywood Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 If you're sticking with an original steel sump then it needs a new gasket set. The original cork gaskets can seal OK as long as the sump is perfectly flat and not distorted, which it often is if the screws are over-tightened. The laminate gaskets (eg.laminate gasket ) are much better and I've always used these. The sump flange and block need to be thoroughly clean and I'd run a tap up the screw holes to make sure they're clean. You don't need sealant on either gasket type (if you use too much sealant on the laminate gasket it negates it 'self sealing' nature) but for ease of install I've always stuck the gasket to the sump with a thin smear of RTV (Wurth Super but any will do) and left overnight upsidedown on a flat surface with a heavy weight on top. Then fit without sealant on the block side and threadlock on a new set of screws torqued to 5 ft lbs initially and then 10 ft lbs final. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 great, thanks. Just what I needed to know - it is very distorted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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