<VV> Rant on RTV

[Cash Case]

I have a question about this. I'm going to replace the top engine  
gasket just because I can't leave well enough alone.
The cover has that steel insert underneath it. I believe it is a  
splash guard. That piece is steel. the surrounding surfaces are  
aluminum. Wouldn't the changing temperature give the various metals  
the opportunity to leak? Is there a way to solve this? Or should I  
just shut up and go away?
-Cash
On Sep 12, 2006, at 6:09 PM, Padgett wrote:

> There is no substitute for proper surface preparation. Have been  
> assembling engines with lubriplate (white grease) for years. Only  
> time I will use a dab of Permatex is when I just cannot get a  
> gasket to stay in place. I figure that anything that had to come  
> apart once is liable to come apart again.
>
> Do usually keep some RTV around but as an adhesive, not a sealer.
>
> Padgett
>
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