15-07-2021, 11:07 AM
I have also been thinking about this for a while as my engine leaks a bit at this joint. I came to the conclusion that an external bead of sealant wouldn't do it - but would also be interested to hear if anyone has tried this? As Howard says, it seems unlikely that it would stick given the inevitable lack of cleanliness of the surfaces.
So next, I have wondered about fitting a silicon gasket with the engine in the car - by lift in the block slightly and pulling the gasket over the block from the top, having snipped the connections between the cylinders as they don't need to seal. Is this sensible? Has anyone tried it?
So next, I have wondered about fitting a silicon gasket with the engine in the car - by lift in the block slightly and pulling the gasket over the block from the top, having snipped the connections between the cylinders as they don't need to seal. Is this sensible? Has anyone tried it?