RTV Sealant on oil pump o-ring?
11-23-2005, 11:01 AM
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RTV Sealant on oil pump o-ring? Wondering if I can use RTV sealant around o-ring for pick-up tube to oil pump? Just want to eliminate the possible bad o-ring seal.
11-23-2005, 11:13 AM
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You need it to be well lubricated when you install it, and silicone should not be used. I used Redline assembly lube and it slid right in. Use the old o-ring to practice a few times so you get the feel of a correct installation, that is what I did and you can tell when it slides in correctly. Make sure the tube is centered in the hole while you slide it in, if it is off you have a greater chance of pinching the o-ring.
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11-23-2005, 12:17 PM
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This is going to be my second time around doing this. First time was doing H/C install along with new ported pump. Felt fine going in no hang ups. My oil pressure isn't really bad but doesn't seem normal either not like the old pump. Also getting loud valvetrain noises and wanted to try replacing o-ring to see if it fixes.
