To clean the components, you want to use any type of parts cleaner or brake cleaner. If you do use a brake cleaner be sure to use only on metal surfaces.
This can be used for block as well.
If you have old gasket residue on the engine or the cover, you can use a plastic scraper to remove that.
When attaching the gasket, you can use some RTV sealant/gasket maker on a few spots on the cover to keep the gasket in place. Just use enough so the gasket does not move as you lower the cover on the engine.
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Friday, January 14th, 2022 AT 6:26 AM