Date:         Thu, 29 May 2014 05:14:21 -0400
Reply-To:     Frank Condelli <RAlanen@AOL.COM>
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From:         Frank Condelli <RAlanen@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Coolant Pump Etc. Sealant. Factory?
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        O-rings do not normally need sealant if the mating surfaces are in good condition.  HOWEVER, I always smear a very light coat of RTV sealant on that O-ring when installing it just to keep it from falling out of place while I’m trying to get the pipe in position to insert the bolts.


On May 28, 2014, at 7:58 PM, Automatic digest processor <LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> wrote:

> Hey people.
> 
> I doubt this is the case, but did VW add sealant along with the rubber
> (neoprene?) seal at the coolant pump and big metal pipe where it seals
> to the pump?



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Frank Condelli
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