RTV Gasket Maker Ultimate Challenge! | We're throwing away the rule book

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  • Hey everyone! In this video I will be doing an experiment with Permatex RTV gasket maker. On the back of the tube it gives instructions on how use this product. I'm chucking those rules and just applying, tightening and filling and we'll see the results.
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  • @Todjcam
    @Todjcam 10 місяців тому +3

    I recently replaced the transmission fluid filter on my wife’s ‘18 Mazda cx9. There was no factory gasket they used some form of red/pink silicone. The new filter came with a rubber gasket.. it leaked almost immediately. I then found a cork gasket and switched it out and that one began to leak shortly thereafter. I then bought Permatex ultra red and followed the instructions precisely. Solid seal absolutely no sign of a leak 👌🏻👍🏻

  • @a110100
    @a110100 Рік тому +3

    I did many gaskets but it was to hurry up and get the family vehicle running again. Now I'm getting into rtv because of craft and hobby. Interesting!

  • @triggerMB
    @triggerMB Рік тому +1

    Great video. I've got to reinstall oilpan. Really glad this video popped up. I had planned to only use rtv. Gives me confidence it will work.

  • @rdub907
    @rdub907 Рік тому +7

    I use ultra black RTV and usually never have any issues.. Unfortunately when I was putting a new intake on my BBF 460 I did not follow to directions at all and torqued it down right away and fired it up about an hour or so later and sure enough it blew out the front valley seal.. now I get to redo it and follow the instructions this time 😂

  • @meits68
    @meits68 Рік тому +2

    I laughed I cried ... Great video 🫡

  • @donaldhoot7741
    @donaldhoot7741 Рік тому

    Awesome! I have a tube of each! I am going to rip off my wife's oil and transmission pans tomorrow! No, not really I bought it to replace small gaskets in an old WWII compass.

  • @bobdelabourer1307
    @bobdelabourer1307 5 місяців тому

    Great video. I just did my oil pan in my chevy somic 1.8l using permatex grey rtv silicone. I Will wait about 14 hours and not the 24 hours curing time before starting engine just because the oil pump suction tube is integrated in the pan and block and used the rtv between the matching holes oil suction passageway. We will see if the pump cavitates 😊.

  • @edpowell5754
    @edpowell5754 Рік тому

    From Buffalo, N.Y. Thank you for posting this informational video.

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 Рік тому +1

    I’ve used both and just double the cue time, if cold then I wait several days before starting it
    Cold weather does effect it and a clean surface

  • @seamlesshomeinspection3313
    @seamlesshomeinspection3313 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the lesson

  • @bosanovaboy
    @bosanovaboy Рік тому

    Excellent

  • @cportmikesautomotiverepair1355

    Oh wow that's cool

  • @Doomzdayxx
    @Doomzdayxx Рік тому +13

    Kids, ALWAYS use a crisscross tightening pattern. Somebody never taught this boy. Also, tightening to spec is great but so is doing so using multiple passes, for instance, if 45ft-lbs is spec, tighten all fasteners to 20lbs, then to 30lbs, then to 45lbs. An eccentric mechanic taught me this years ago. It works.

  • @marcosd4381
    @marcosd4381 Рік тому +3

    Thank you So much! This is what I was looking for, exactly!!
    I decided to drop the transmission pan & change the filter on my vehicle, I had bought all the supplies in preparation but when I had the pan off I found out that Autozone sold me the wrong gasket 🤦‍♂️ I already had that pan off & the vehicle on my friends lift. He was getting ready to wrap up so In a pitch I used some grey RTV, slapped the pan on, Filled her up & I got her on the road. (I had to get back home)
    That whole night, I was stressing because I thought I'd messed up the seal due to filling it & driving it before it Cured. Thanks to you & Your video Im way more hopeful & assured now!!😄👍

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +1

      Glad this video was reassuring! While following the directions is best, sometimes we find ourselves in a pinch. I'm amazed at how well rtv holds up as a gasket.

    • @alexshatner3907
      @alexshatner3907 9 місяців тому

      @@ValleyMobileAutomotive Si I did not quite understand , when you put the bead of silicone are you suppose to wait for it to dry before placing the cover and bolting it down, or do you put it all together, wet and tighten down?

  • @chiquitaloya8591
    @chiquitaloya8591 Рік тому +1

    Dome trucks like the f350 dont make gaskets for the oil pan. Think they strted making one tho u can only buy online

  • @johnj4094
    @johnj4094 Рік тому

    @johncasor9698
    My stupid mechanic forgot the transmission filter and ripped the pan open again after was RTV and sealed ..then no bother cleaning old RTC and gasket ....just added some more RTV to fill in and closed it again after putting filter in. Will too much RTV like instead of 1/8 inch bead its more like 1/2 inch or 3/4 bead of RTV ... maybe even a bit more. then criss cross torque and we let it sit 5 hrs ..fill and drive,.. will it hurt the transmission too much RTV like that or the pan in any way?

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 Рік тому

    All I use for air cooled engines is right stuff or gray ultra
    At least double the cue time works best for me
    No hurry because there’s so many other jobs to work on

  • @johnj4094
    @johnj4094 Рік тому

    @Doomzdayxx My stupid mechanic forgot the transmission filter and ripped the pan open again after was RTV and sealed ..then no bother cleaning old RTC and gasket ....just added some more RTV to fill in and closed it again after putting filter in. Will too much RTV like instead of 1/8 inch bead its more like 1/2 inch or 3/4 bead of RTV ... maybe even a bit more. then criss cross torque and we let it sit 5 hrs ..fill and drive,.. will it hurt the transmission too much RTV like that or the pan in any way? @Valley Mobile Automotive

  • @josethmorale7881
    @josethmorale7881 Рік тому +2

    THIS was a graet experiment

  • @kyleflood6173
    @kyleflood6173 Рік тому +4

    Bad shit happens working outside especially in miserable weather

  • @mcafton
    @mcafton 9 місяців тому

    I am changing an oil pan probably in November in Michigan. I see it was cold out when you did this. I don't have to worry about it being over 50 degrees or anything? I was wondering if I shouldn't wait until next summer before I was this video.

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  9 місяців тому

      I didn't follow the directions and the results were better than expected. Of course the label instructions will get you the best results possible.

  • @josephferris6936
    @josephferris6936 Рік тому +1

    why dont you do the criss cross diagonal star patter when tightening bolts?

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +1

      Hey Joseph good question. It depends on what you are tightening and the gasket being used. Most manufacturers will specify the desired pattern (it varies). If I was using the rubber factory gasket I would criss cross the bolts to prevent "stretch" and "bunching" of the gasket on one end. Because this is my vehicle I took some liberties, I also didn't torque the bolts.

  • @alexshatner3907
    @alexshatner3907 9 місяців тому

    So I did not quite understand , when you put the bead of silicone are you suppose to wait for it to dry before placing the cover and bolting it down, or do you put it all together, wet and tighten down?

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  9 місяців тому

      You are supposed to put it on wet but only finger tighten it until rtv begins to squish out the sides. Then wait an hour before torquing it down. Then wait 24hrs before adding fluid and putting the vehicle back in service. In this video I wanted to see what would happen if you just slapped it on and torqued it right away and then filled it with fluid and drove it without waiting. I also did this in extreme cold conditions, below the recommended application temperature.

  • @mev7821
    @mev7821 Рік тому

    I have a sand seal on vw engine and it appears they used some type of sealant on it. I think it's rtv silicone. How does one weaken that silicone or remove it?

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +1

      The only way I know how to remove silicone from a surface is to scrape it off.

  • @inkingsink
    @inkingsink 7 місяців тому

    The oil and transmission pans will also see minimum pressure (although they both should see heat and fluid flung around) they may be less risk for this type of expedited install - other engine components that see pressure may be much higher risk - I prefer to follow instructions (and still have concern LOL) - Great video though. I was glued to the screen to see what happened.

  • @abrahamgallegossanchez6820
    @abrahamgallegossanchez6820 6 місяців тому

    I use rtv for my transmission pan,the permatex, and it did not seal.

  • @SadbutTrue84
    @SadbutTrue84 Рік тому +5

    Would you recommend using this stuff to replace a Valve Cover gasket?

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +4

      Good question. I would NOT use this for a valve cover gasket. There are times when the manufacturer has you put a dab of RTV in places but not for the whole gasket. The design of the valve cover allows the molded rubber gasket to sit inside a groove making a very durable seal.

    • @woooose
      @woooose Рік тому +1

      @Valley Mobile Automotive Have you experimented for yourself though? People always say no for valve covers but I feel like they've never tested it to find out.

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +2

      @@woooose I'm sure it could work but it would take a lot of RTV! You would need to fill the channel where the rubber gasket would go then have enough protrude out to make contact with the mating surface. Also in the future if the valve cover needs to be removed you would need to scrape all that stuck on RTV in order to apply new stuff for resealing. I think it would be too big of a hassle to be practical.

  • @johncasor9698
    @johncasor9698 Рік тому

    metal in the oil pan. i would pull apart the engine ASAP and go through it today that quick maybe have the engine out in 4 hours of 6 and tear it down before it blows apart, problem is very small now. wait and then you will say i wish i pulled it apart sooner... Haha...

    • @kdcustoms1272
      @kdcustoms1272 5 місяців тому

      Over that little flake... Lmao, unless it's like a $10,000+ engine F that.

  • @limeallens6160
    @limeallens6160 Рік тому

    are you going to replace that transmission filter?

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +2

      Good suggestion. The filter was changed while making this video. I wasn't due for it but while you're in there you might as well. They are cheap enough.

  • @ronw9901
    @ronw9901 Рік тому +1

    Well cant see the factory waiting 24hrs to fill with fluid 😂

  • @johncasor9698
    @johncasor9698 Рік тому +1

    at least pull of those rod caps and check the bearing. you can spin on a new bearing for about $7 each... i did a lot of them on diesel engines believe me .... and change out the oil pump too i am sure it is junk by now... open up the oil filter and cut it open to see the garbage you can take a oil sample and send it to a lab too ... i have done that...

  • @peterwilliams4734
    @peterwilliams4734 11 місяців тому +2

    As a general rule I NEVER use silicone. I much prefer gaskets. The part you claim gaskets are harder to get off, Well' I say the complete opposite. Silicone can take hours to get off however with a new blade I will have an old gasket off in minutes 'UNLESS' someone used something else with the gasket like copper spray or silicone to help the gasket stick then it will take longer. Anyway against my better judgment I am working on a 40y van and I can't find anyone who sells a Sump gasket so I got some RTV Ultra Black which is why I am here watching your clip. Before using it I wanted to see someone else using it and find out any cons I should know. Obviously there will be some that goes in the sump as you tighten it, Willl Ultra Back break down to mix with the oil or is it likely to block up the oil pump or filter?

    • @mcafton
      @mcafton 9 місяців тому +1

      I have a 2015 Malibu and unfortunately they don't make a gasket for the oil pan.

    • @peterwilliams4734
      @peterwilliams4734 9 місяців тому

      only 8 years old and they don't make a gasket. just wow.

    • @tomcraftdonkey2285
      @tomcraftdonkey2285 8 місяців тому

      @@peterwilliams4734 Toyotas come from the factory with RTV oil pan gaskets.

    • @peterwilliams4734
      @peterwilliams4734 8 місяців тому

      All Toyotas? They don't use Cork anymore? @@tomcraftdonkey2285

    • @nasilemak868
      @nasilemak868 7 місяців тому

      ​@@tomcraftdonkey2285yes the FIPG, expensive stuff if you get it from Toyota.

  • @omidsadjadi8798
    @omidsadjadi8798 Рік тому

    Honda bond.

  • @cornell833
    @cornell833 2 роки тому +4

    I think you should have let the gasket dry longer

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  2 роки тому +3

      Yeah, the instructions do say to wait longer than I did. This was a test to see if it would still produce a solid gasket without waiting. I was surprised to see the results turned out really well. In reality I would stick to the instructions. Thanks for watching!

    • @muffinatordlux
      @muffinatordlux Рік тому +3

      The last dude who pulled my oilpan didnt let it cure properly...
      There was so much "sludge" in my oilpan... my oil pickup was like glued closed...

    • @dirtyaznstyle4156
      @dirtyaznstyle4156 Рік тому +2

      @@muffinatordlux so was the pan sealed and was the “sludge” rtv silicone? To fully cure rtv takes 24 hrs but the vehicle is usable after maybe 2 hrs. For the regular stuff

    • @muffinatordlux
      @muffinatordlux Рік тому

      @@dirtyaznstyle4156 it looked very much like the silicon which had dissolved into the oil and then accumulated onto the oil pickup aswell as sitting in the bottom of oil pan...
      I let the car stand for 2 days after cleaning up the previous guys mess and the car is running so much better aswell as not leaving oil stains everywhere i park.

  • @yeaforwhat1026
    @yeaforwhat1026 3 місяці тому

    i say reds the best

  • @canoaslan1011
    @canoaslan1011 3 місяці тому

    I hope this "only losers wait for curing of sealants challenge" doesnt take off hahhaha

  • @pjj12345789
    @pjj12345789 5 місяців тому

    I just used it 90 min it’s dog shit failed put the black one 14 hours fucking mint

  • @nosurfenougheddie
    @nosurfenougheddie Рік тому +3

    I think a follow up video is needed. Pull the oil pan and see how much, if any, excess RTV is in the bottom of the oil pan or now stuck to the oil pick up tube. It seems to me that you used an excessive about of RTV on the oil pan flange. And since you didn't let it cure enough according to the instructions on the package, that uncured RTV came off when you filled with oil and ran the engine.

    • @ValleyMobileAutomotive
      @ValleyMobileAutomotive  Рік тому +3

      That's a great idea! Once the temps warm up around here I might do that 👍

  • @johncasor9698
    @johncasor9698 Рік тому

    pull off that oil pick up tube and clean it out or replace it ASAP i had a 1995 Bronco with a 302 engine which is called Fords miracle engine which saved the Ford Corporation from for sure failure it is used in many units you can google that and learn something,,, but the engine i got stuck with had coking [ heating of oil to the point of a raw porous coal state ] that is usually found on the inside of cylinder head exhaust side where it gets very hot and under the intake manifold cross over vent to heat up the under side of a carburetor to vapor a fuel mixture it will break off and drop off into the oil cut outs and lifters movements will break off crystallize oil to help make it into smaller fragments to go into the pick up tube and plug up the pick up tube screen thats what happen to this 302 ford bronco from not changing out the oil every 3K miles to dump out the particles and it starved the 302 for oil and took out a main bearing and blew off to rod big ends just took out the pan rail of the block and lost the oil pan too and i found a crack head so check the pick up tube... i did find a virgin 302 one piece rear main seal which is a newer 302 which you knew that, a 2 piece main oil seat is a older 302 engine but i punch it out .030 over size bore and found a standard crank that cleaned up on a just a good polish so it is still standard size bearings Haha so lucky i am a Master Engine Builder Diesel/gas burner and Helicopter Mechanic ..

  • @johncasor9698
    @johncasor9698 Рік тому +1

    way to much sealer it will break off and go into the pump and than if it made it that far go into the filter which is after the pump... very few systems have a filter first then to a oil pump so think about it garbage into the oil pump is just wrong then than a oil filter ??? Haha poor engineering they want the oil pump to fail which is the heart of the motor, Haha.

  • @tthams73
    @tthams73 Рік тому +4

    RTV belongs in one place! The Trash! Use the appropriate gasket for the application. Which is what most auto manufacturers and gasket manufacturers specify.
    RTV causes more problems than it solves. It’s a pain in the ass to clean off if you ever need to separate the parts down the road.
    RTV is garbage!

    • @mack606
      @mack606 Рік тому +1

      Totally agree did my trans fluid and the rtv was the only pain in the ass about the project took at least close to an hour to clean that shit don’t know why ppl use it

    • @woooose
      @woooose Рік тому +8

      If you dont know how to use rtv just say so. Many cars call for it and have no gasket available. I use it on everything and yet to have a problem

    • @rickbates9232
      @rickbates9232 Рік тому +2

      Used that exact brand and make of RTV ... to do auto transmission on Suzuki car ... it lasted 3 weeks and then leaked ... it had been chemically attacked by the trans fluid ... install was perfect waited the required time before torquing and 24 hours before refill ... some brands and makes warn about contact with petrol and some other fluids ... that brand / make says it is OK ... but it wasn't. Got the proper gasket and it's been fine for a year. I won't use RTV again for that purpose ... life's too short to do the same job over and over again ...

  • @johncasor9698
    @johncasor9698 Рік тому

    why would you waste RTV on that oil pan bolt down holes out side of the hole you got so much Sealer on the inside of the pan hole you do not need glue on the out side of the hold down side of the hole... you do not need to go all the way around a pan bolt hole that is a large waste of good sealant which is not free.. just say`n