Leaking intake gaskets

[DAVID GAGNARD]

I've only used the cork intake gaskets once, many, many years ago.......never have since then and never will do it again......

I clean off the block surface with some brake-clean on a rag and do the same with the bottom of the intake, then trial fit the intake and mark with a felt pen the outside of the intake on the block surface, then I use RTV (I prefer the blue) or "the right stuff" (have had very good luck with both), lay down a nice thick/even bead along the inside of your line, let it "tack-off" for a few minutes and very carefully place the intake manifold straight down on the block, and begin bolting it in place, rtv/right stuff should "squish out" along the entire length, be sure not to distrub it, leave it alone.... a couple of hours later I will re-tighten the intake bolts and then if you want to you can trim (I don't) the excess with a razor blade.....I like to let it cure at least overnight before firing up the motor..........

I can't remember having one leak using this method...........

David