Which way do you install header gaskets?
When installing Fel-Pro exhaust manifold gaskets, if there is a smooth, metallic side and a composite side, the metallic side should be installed facing out, meaning toward the exhaust manifold.
Which side of the header gasket goes to the block?
“TOP” or “THIS SIDE UP” means that’s the side of the gasket that should be facing you once it’s installed. This stamp is found on Fel-Pro head gaskets for Subaru engines (which have horizontally opposed cylinders). The edge of the gasket with the “UP” stamp must be kept up toward the top of the engine block.
Which side of gasket goes up?
Can you put a head gasket on backwards?
When you have the gasket on backwards, you’re not cooling the block on that side. As a result, your engine can be roaring hot, making tons of steam, and the water going to the radiator can still be relatively cool.
How to install a Mr Gasket on a firewall?
MR. GASKET www.mr-gasket.com 1 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Step 1 Remove the inner cable from the outside braided cable housing. Step 2 Install the Mr. Gasket bracket (P/N 6038 for a standard transmission or P/N 6039 for an automatic transmission), on your intake. Step 3 Locate the original cable in the firewall or if needed drill
When to use Mr Gasket fuel pressure regulator?
GENERAL INFORMATION. The Mr. Gasket Fuel Pressure Regulator #9710 is an ad- justable fuel pressure regulator designed for use on fuel systems equipped with a carburetor using 1/4”, 5/16” or 3/8” I.D. fuel lines, not exceeding 8 PSI. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. Step 1.
What should I do before installing a gasket on my car?
Clean all mounting surfaces before installing new gasket. Be careful not to damage mounting surface when using a scraper or wire brush. Use gasket remover to ease clean-up. Cover exposed internal areas (lifter galley and ports) so debris will not get into and damage critical engine components.
What to use to hold gaskets in place?
Clean any oil residue off valve cover or oil pan flange surfaces apply a thin coat of Mr. Gasket #7808 silicone to hold gaskets in place during installation. Install mounting bolts and tighten evenly in a crisscross pattern. Use care not to over-tighten as this will cause the flanges to bend.