gareth

So, I have this engine on my stand. I decided to fix the oil pan leak while it's out. I also am replacing the valve cover gaskets (on leaks slightly), and on a whim decided to get a rear main as well.

Here is my question.

I have a Felpro rear main. I am replacing some other brand aftermarket rear main which was not leaking.

Both the dry seal cover on there and the new Felpro seal have a gasket for teh seal cover.

The FSM says to just use FIPG around the cover.

I have a tube of FIPG on hand for the oil pan and baffle plate.


What is the consensus on the rear seal holder?

Paper gasket, FIPG, or some combination thereof?

I just need to grease the seal, make a decision and I can slap the bottom back together, flip her over and hit the VC's.

Thanks to those with experience for the voices of wisdom in advance.

gareth

In case anyone was wondering...

I decided "when in doubt go by the FSM."

It called for FIPG and no gasket, so that is what I used.