finch13
Well-Known Member
Spraying off around the VC with brake clean, especially on top of the intake manifold where it meets the head, will make the job a million times cleaner/easier.
The 4 rings are the spark plug tube seals. Sometimes they will bake in there so tight they'll be a ***** to take out. They can make an easy job take far too long in a heartbeat.
The 5 grommets are for the bolts. Separate the metal washer and the old grommet and cut it off. Slide the new ones on, Napa Sil-Glyde or any other silicone based grease works wonders for this.
On other VC gaskets, the 4 dabs of RTV can be really important, but I can't say I've had a Honda one leak yet without using it. If you don't plan on taking the VC off anytime soon, you're better off to do it.
The 4 rings are the spark plug tube seals. Sometimes they will bake in there so tight they'll be a ***** to take out. They can make an easy job take far too long in a heartbeat.
The 5 grommets are for the bolts. Separate the metal washer and the old grommet and cut it off. Slide the new ones on, Napa Sil-Glyde or any other silicone based grease works wonders for this.
On other VC gaskets, the 4 dabs of RTV can be really important, but I can't say I've had a Honda one leak yet without using it. If you don't plan on taking the VC off anytime soon, you're better off to do it.
