Im replacing the head gasket on my 95 sohc neon. Ive been told numerous things about sealant for the head gasket itself. What if any sealant should i use for the geasket. The head gasket i got from crysler is a MLS gasket. i have rtv gasket maker but I dont know if thats the right one to be useing.
thanks, matt

 

If you want to use an RTV silicone be gentle and apply sparingly. If you do use it, use it around the coolant and oil passagways only.

i like to use this
http://www.permatex.com/products/Aut...ve_Sealant.htm

 

DONT USE RTV ON HEAD GASKETS! You will be doing the HG very soon again if you do. The link 12 volt posted is what you would typically use, but it is not required.

 

ok, thanks guys. i ended up putting it on dry since i asked a mechanic freind before i saw these responses. Heads back on, valve cover is back on, all thats left is timing belt.
matt

 

Mopar has a HG spray that helps but isn't needed. I used it because a buddy of mine had a can laying around.

 

the black part of the headgasket is acually the sealent... once its fully heat cycled it sofens up and seals everything compleatly...