I am currently replacing the intake manifold gasket on my Ford 302 engine.
The intake manifold is Edelbrook Performer RPM Series (BY7121) and the heads are Ford Racing Alloy Cylinder Heads M6049-J302.
As recommended by a well known component supplier here in the UK I am using GRAPHITE Intake Gasket Part No M-9439-G50. The ports line up well.
I am getting conflicting stories as to how these particular gaskets should be fitted. Some accounts say there is a need only to apply gasket sealer/contact cement (e.g. Gasgacynch) in the water port areas ( there is slight pitting ) but no need to apply a thin layer of silicone around the water openings. Is that correct?
Do GRAPHITE gaskets work in a different way ?
If someone has fitted these GRAPHITE gaskets what is the correct proceedure please.
Your advice/help would be appreciated.
The intake manifold is Edelbrook Performer RPM Series (BY7121) and the heads are Ford Racing Alloy Cylinder Heads M6049-J302.
As recommended by a well known component supplier here in the UK I am using GRAPHITE Intake Gasket Part No M-9439-G50. The ports line up well.
I am getting conflicting stories as to how these particular gaskets should be fitted. Some accounts say there is a need only to apply gasket sealer/contact cement (e.g. Gasgacynch) in the water port areas ( there is slight pitting ) but no need to apply a thin layer of silicone around the water openings. Is that correct?
Do GRAPHITE gaskets work in a different way ?
If someone has fitted these GRAPHITE gaskets what is the correct proceedure please.
Your advice/help would be appreciated.