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Originally Posted by Brian in Tucson
... There's this one bolt that is very difficult to remove. Gonna try again today. And then put it back in with copper RTV. I put the water pump in with those inside out torx and they are the fiddliest fasteners in tight places!  |
Brian, Check with the pro's, but if I remember correctly, you do not want to use ANY sealant there. Make sure to use a new and correct coated metal gasket like in this picture and have both surfaces clean.
Also one or two bolts are longer than the rest. make sure they are in the correct position.
https://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/Boxster_Tech/34-WATER-Thermostat_and_Pump/34-WATER-Thermostat_and_Pump.htm
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Last edited by 78F350; 02-02-2018 at 06:47 AM.
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