Silicone Thermostat Water Neck Housing Gasket attempt

I have used the Real gasket for 4 years. Not a drop. Just FOLLOW the directions.

Used on a 67 273 2bbl intake with lots of pits and a new repo "OEM" t stat housing

12 inch pounds feels frightening.

Also clean out the bolt holes in the intake. Debris in the bottom can cause the bolt to torque before it is set correctly.