1999 MAZDA 626
187,000 MILES
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DARYL06
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do i need to add any kind of RTV or sealer on the new water pump gasket?
Oct 26, 2012 at 6:38 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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What I usually do is use a clear spray adhesive on the water pump side to attach it solidly and RTV on the engine side so if it's removed later, the gasket will remain on the pump and there won't be a lot of scraping for the next one.
Oct 26, 2012 at 6:47 PM
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