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komedy
03-24-2006, 04:10 AM
just wondering how hard is it to reinstall the sr20det valve cover?
do i need to rtv silicone the sparkplug gasket or the valve cover gasket only. im confused on how its done.
could anyone give me a link or instructions on how to reinstall the valve cover for the sr20det only.
thank you
SR20d2fourT
03-24-2006, 04:16 AM
I did it on my valve cover gasket only...worked fine :)
!Zar!
03-24-2006, 04:21 AM
Redo what you did to take it off. But this time, place some sealant on the cover. Done.
DJPimpFlex
03-24-2006, 06:15 PM
I didnt use RTV on any part of mine and its been fine, just keep an eye on it. I think (correct me if I'm wrong) that the RTV is to keep it in place while your laying it on. That and maybe longevitivy?
ronny5
03-24-2006, 07:39 PM
i would say get a new gasket. and some nice RTV =D
S14DB
03-24-2006, 07:58 PM
You really only need to rtv the cam seals in place.
Irukandji
03-24-2006, 10:03 PM
I think (correct me if I'm wrong) that the RTV is to keep it in place while your laying it on. That and maybe longevitivy?

RTV is basically a gasket maker.. the toothpaste like consistency turns into a rubbery gasket...
komedy
03-27-2006, 02:23 AM
i see so if i use the original gasket i have no need of using the rtv silicone??
g6civcx
03-27-2006, 03:52 AM
From the FSM available at zeroyon.com. You need the valve cover gasket. Ideally you would install a new one to prevent leaks. It's too big to cover with just liquid gasket.

You apply liquid gasket to the locations noted below, where the cam seals meet the cover.

Sounds like you should take it in for repairs. They should only charge you .5 hours of labour for replacing a valve cover gasket, or maybe even less than that.

http://g6civcx.angryhosting.com/S13/Tech/ValveCover.jpg
komedy
03-27-2006, 03:03 PM
wow thanks for the pics.
DJPimpFlex
03-27-2006, 06:28 PM
RTV is basically a gasket maker.. the toothpaste like consistency turns into a rubbery gasket...

I know what RTV is, but I dont know what its use would be with the valve cover gasket. I put mine on without any problems and no RTV. I think the purpose is to hold the cam seals from flipping in or out and not sealing correctally. I just put it on straight and torqued it down. Done and done.