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Old Dec 15, 2021 | 11:45 AM
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What’s everyones opinion on drive flange gaskets, is it better to use a new gasket each time you need to get in there , or use RTV sealant ?
 
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Old Dec 15, 2021 | 10:05 PM
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the oil/grease/gear lube will eat the rtv, I use the Loctite anerobic sealer ( cant remember the #) the red stuff, comes iin a blue tube
 
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I like new gaskets. Makes the job way easier each time, nice and clean. Just buy half a dozen or so at a pop.
 
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