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Old May 18, 2012 | 06:10 AM
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Gasket material opinions

In your opinion what would make the best seal on a 22re timing cover,Toyota FIPG or the type (paper felt cork etc) that comes with a timing kit.Thanks
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Old May 18, 2012 | 07:04 AM
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If both the block side and timing cover side are both properly prepped with no warpage, then the OEM paper gasket is plenty. I usually hit both surfaces with a 3m aluminum sanding puck to remove any grit. If there is some slight warpage in the timing cover, then a light coating of FIPG on the block side of the gasket is fine. Don't go crazy though.

I have seen people use FIPG sealer only with success, but that is a lot of silicone to be lying down and some could end up in your engine plugging up oil passages. Not worth the risk in my opinion.
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Old May 18, 2012 | 07:59 AM
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normal paper gasket with cleaned surfaces and ultra grey rtv = no leaks.
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