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Wrenchbender Ret · 09-07-2010, 11:05 PM

The rtv is pretty standard for that cover. The factories do it that way on a lot of vehicles. Clean both surfaces & apply a thin coat. You don't need all that oozing. Go ahead & put it together right away & Waite about 1-2 hours before filling it.

09-07-2010, 11:05 PM	#2
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,229	Re: What sealant to use on differential housing? The rtv is pretty standard for that cover. The factories do it that way on a lot of vehicles. Clean both surfaces & apply a thin coat. You don't need all that oozing. Go ahead & put it together right away & Waite about 1-2 hours before filling it.