I ripped my old timing cover off my 92 integra LS block like a idoit when i first got the motor... its all built now and the dealerships telling me i need to buy the gasket for the set of covers... anyone know if i can do without these or are they a must have?

 

The ones that seal the engine side cover to the outside cover? Depends. I'm sure they help keep water out, but probably not absolutely needed, just avoid rivers

 

timing belt covers arent needed. i dont have them but its better if you do so rocks wont get in there....

 

The gaskets are really not needed. I am going to run the covers even though the car would hardly ever see the street!

 

If you need to buy them, http://www.acuraoemparts.com/delray/...All&vinsrch=no

What are you doing taking you 92 to the dealer, go to any local import repair shop, much cheaper...

 

no no... its not a 92, well it is but its just the block

Im building a LS VTEC TURBO (like the caps locks) and i was wondering if the gaskets are a must... can i just use RTV sealant insted

 

i wouldn't use rtv, that would make a mess

it doesn't actually seal anything, its just a dust barrier. go to the junkyard or something if you HAVE to run one