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Old 03-22-2026, 04:08 PM   #2
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Default Re: 1936 model 68 leaking new water pumps

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Originally Posted by allenmichael View Post
just put on two new water pumps with gaskets that came with them. 3 hole mount on each and tough to get wrench on that bottom one. Put all on filled up and both leaking from around that bottom bolt area. Any ideas , pull off and put some type of sealant around the gaskets? could I have overtightened one of those bolts?
I can't imagine you tightened it down too much. My gosh, I'd think you'd crack the housing if you had.
I always use some type of sealer. My preference is RTV black. A thin coat on each side of the gasket. Allow it to set up for two to three minutes prior to installing.
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