Luca

i've got an oil leak, changed out the cam seal, dizzy o-ring, and the vtec solenoid gasket twice. The first time changing out the vtec gasket, it had a bit of tear on it, it was replaced. Up until 2-3 weeks later it starts leaking again, ended up changing that one out and it was a bit ripped. new one is installed 2 weeks ago, and i check the engine and it was leaking from the vtec solenoid. I would think it could be the upper head gasket of the vtec solenoid, but it looks like its not leaking from up there period. any idea's why its still leaking? i have not yet to check if the vtec gasket is ripped or not, but most likely it is.


engine b16a2
vtec solenoid gasket part # 15825-p08-005

the gasket seems like it fits fine tho.

tico

well i know if you tighthen on bolt down all the way and work ur way around u can bind the gasket. just take them to "snug" in an oppssed pattern then tighten down.also if yor not cleanint the vtec solenoid to head surfaces ur setting urself with a problem

MHDesigns

Are you installing them properly? I can imagine no if they keep getting ripped up. Using gasket sealer?

tico

no need for gasket sealer.. a properly replaced gasket will not require any.. the only reason we use hondabond on our main oil seals and pan gasket is cuz of the crank moving.. no need on a stationary gasket

MHDesigns

Understood, I was asking the OP if he had done it...

Luca

no, i do not use any sealer. I always clean the surfaces as much as i can before bolting it in. When i bolt it in, i hand tighten all 3 of them first and work my way around each one.

Luca

is there any torque specs?


i followed this diy

http://www.team-integra.net/forum/di...TopicID=228796