Which RTV/Gasket Maker???

itdnwiwbp · 04-28-2017, 11:40 PM

I know there is info on this around here and in many other places on the internet and I've read a lot of it. However, everyone has their favorite and I haven't found a product that's quite universally agreed upon. So, what RTV or gasket maker do you use for oil pan gasket seams and VCG half moon areas, etc?

Hylomar Blue seems to be very well regarded and that's currently what I'm leaning toward. I believe Drei Bond 1209 is the BMW-recommended product but it's my understanding that it is no longer available though other manufacturers may be offering an exact equivalent. There are quite a few Permatex RTVs that are recommended as well but I've read the most negative stuff about using silicone-based RTV due to the potential of excess causing issues if gets into the engine.

Our03z4 · 04-29-2017, 08:12 AM

Permatex® Ultra Copper® Maximum Temperature RTV Silicone Gasket Maker https://www.permatex.com/products/gasketing/ultra-series-gasket-makers/permatex-ultra-copper-maximum-temperature-rtv-silicone-gasket-maker/#sthash.pOGJAfhO.dpuf

yousefnjr · 04-29-2017, 12:29 PM

I've used permatex ultra black on the valve cover 3 times now without any issues

Steeler · 04-29-2017, 01:18 PM

+1 for permatex ultra black
Also on my oil pan gasket.2 years on dry as a desert.

itdnwiwbp · 04-29-2017, 03:01 PM

Thanks for the recommendations, guys!

Punisher3.0si · 04-30-2017, 07:36 AM

My favorite is Grey Permatex. I use it on all sealing jobs and have never had a problem. It's got a perfect thickness so it sticks just right.

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itdnwiwbp Major 79 Rep 1,443 Posts Drives: 330iZHP Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	Which RTV/Gasket Maker??? I know there is info on this around here and in many other places on the internet and I've read a lot of it. However, everyone has their favorite and I haven't found a product that's quite universally agreed upon. So, what RTV or gasket maker do you use for oil pan gasket seams and VCG half moon areas, etc? Hylomar Blue seems to be very well regarded and that's currently what I'm leaning toward. I believe Drei Bond 1209 is the BMW-recommended product but it's my understanding that it is no longer available though other manufacturers may be offering an exact equivalent. There are quite a few Permatex RTVs that are recommended as well but I've read the most negative stuff about using silicone-based RTV due to the potential of excess causing issues if gets into the engine. __________________
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yousefnjr salty cowboys fan 6158 Rep 3,406 Posts Drives: ‘06 Z4MR, ‘20 X7, ‘22 M4x Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (2)	I've used permatex ultra black on the valve cover 3 times now without any issues __________________ she’s home! '22 M4 Comp xDrive
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Steeler Colonel 2428 Rep 2,704 Posts Drives: Built not Bought 04 Z4 VF Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Kitchener Ontario Canada iTrader: (2)	+1 for permatex ultra black Also on my oil pan gasket.2 years on dry as a desert. __________________ W2A Intercooled Vortech V3Si, custom ducting, Alpha N, 60# Bosch,2.62 pulley, multi port WMI, Severn Tuning(pokeybritches), Tial, magnaflow,SS race muffler, 42 design,3.91LSD, H&R, Hotchkis,ST coils,Konis, Megan camber arms, AKG SS, Nylon mounts, Poly bushings, Carbon interior, CF Aero.APEX
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itdnwiwbp Major 79 Rep 1,443 Posts Drives: 330iZHP Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Long Beach, CA iTrader: (10)	Thanks for the recommendations, guys! __________________
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Punisher3.0si Second Lieutenant 28 Rep 204 Posts Drives: 2007 E86 manual Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Illinois iTrader: (0)	My favorite is Grey Permatex. I use it on all sealing jobs and have never had a problem. It's got a perfect thickness so it sticks just right.
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