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   Bers Active Member

   Re-installing my st165 intake manifold today, I do have both intake manifold gaskets (before and after TVIS plate).
   All mating surfaces have been cleaned and block sanded with 400 grit sandpaper.
   
   Other than the gasket, there is no mention of additional sealant in the BGB manual, yet I wonder if it would be safer to use some.
   Any meaningful experience regarding intake manifold sealing ?
   
   I was thinking about adding Hylomar Blue, not sure this is a good idea.

    

   Bers, Apr 23, 2016

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   lone wolf Well-Known Member Donated!

   I wouldn't.
   
   You can test it after installing by spraying some brake cleaner onto it when it's idling. If it intakes the cleaner fluid you will know

    

   lone wolf, Apr 23, 2016

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   Captain Marmotte Well-Known Member

   I did not use any sealant when reinstalling my intake, everything is running absolutely fine.

    

   Captain Marmotte, Apr 23, 2016

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   Mafix Owner Staff Member Administrator Donated!

   no sealant. also gen 2 gaskets are easier to get and an upgrade

    

   Mafix, Apr 25, 2016

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   JoeJack88 Well-Known Member Super Moderator Donated!

   Yeah as above just a gasket. Use a dab of loctite on the tvis plate screws so that don't back out and get sucked in.

    

   JoeJack88, Apr 25, 2016

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