what is proper intake seals to block clearance

[462ci]

Ok can anybody tell what the clearance between the intake ends and the block should be for the end seals to work properly?

 

[whitehot1]

First you need to put the valley pan gasket in place without the end seals.Then measure the gap from the bottom of the intake to the top of the of the engine rail where the seal goes. If the gap is 75% of the thickness of the seal,then use the seal ends only. If the gap is less than 75% of the thickness of the seal, then use RTV only. If the gap is greater than 75% of the thickness of the seal, then use the end seals with a bead of RTV on top.

The procedure is on Welcome to TA Performance! website.

 

[SPOOLFOOL2]

Trash the seals.

RTV only.

 

[462ci]

Thanks for the help!!

 

[S2V6RACER]

"The Right Stuff" and forget about it.

 

[johnplogii]

"The Right Stuff" and forget about it.

x2 Its the best sealant made.

 

[Just a Six??]

I use a SMALL bead of Right Stuff under the seal, a little blob in each corner & another SMALL bead on top of the seal. Holds very well for me.