Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

Hi All,

Other than the minor spots on the valve cover gasket, it doesn't appear any RTV (Hondabond) or thread lock is being used anywhere. Can anyone confirm that for me??

Thanks!

-Head gasket and timing belt/water pump job.

Re: Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

Just make sure you use new head bolts, torque them in sequence, and torque all the other bolts correctly.

Re: Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

Correct, just get the mating surfaces nice and level. They dont need to be spotless just flat and smooth. As for the Head bolts they don't need to be replaced if they are the original. Stock head bolts don't stretch.

Re: Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

Gus is correct about the head bolts. You can reuse them and many people have.
I personally don't but that's just my personal preference due to working on Chevy's...

Re: Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

What does your service information say?

Re: Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

:tup: Exactly! Nothing. :) I didn't see any mention of it, but I just wanted to check with those of you who have tackled this in case there have been any lessons learned. Thanks!

Re: Head Gasket - reassembly - RTV and thread lock??
 

The only time i ever use Locktight is on the cam bolt...again preference, not necessarily required.