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Would it be advisable to use some LocTite on the bolt?
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REPORTING BACK.........I had the leaking adapter problem this summer. I replaced the paper gaskets and made sure everything was super clean. No leaks so far but now that it is cold, like everyone has said it might start again. I will be driving it tomorrow if I have leaks I will report back.
I was thinking that myself, my stragety has always been it gets thread locker or anti sieze. But what do I know?Would it be advisable to use some LocTite on the bolt?
They are not designed for an O-ring, they are designed for a gasket. Just like the stock canisters.
As far as I know, the original filter canisters were meant to drain into the oil pan, so that the oil can be preheated (arctic kit). If your spin-on filters do not drain, then there may be a temporary increase in pressure across them causing the gaskets to leak when the oil within is at a sub zero temp...just a thought...
The aluminum should not be a problem (John Tennis ref), the entire filter canister bracket assy is made of aluminum on the -2 engines.
I torqued once per directions; it leaked. When it warms up and is time for an oil change I can retorque or try to find a rubber o-ring.After reading thru this, I can't help but think the installers may very well not have followed the instructions to the letter.
Some torgued, some didn't. Some retorqued, some didn't.
I torqued & retorgued when I installed mine 3 years ago and have had no problems summer or winter. I used JT's alumnium adapters, followed the directions he provided, and have yet to experience any leaks.
I don't care who's adapters are used, if their directions aren't being followed,then that's where the problems orginate.