Anyone ever have the silicone seal in the front start leaking from the bottom of the intake?here's the problem,On the pass. side right under the silicone seal it get's wet with oil.Not dripping but "wet" what could i do to seal this up besides pulling the whole thing off and redoing it?I'm ready to just set it on FIRE!!!!!it leaks alittle more if i drive for long periods....help!!!Can i let it go for a while or will it just blow the seal and cause problems?

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Moving to the General Engie forum.

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This -is- the general engine forum... isn't it???

"Forum: Tech / General Engine"

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1985 Camaro SC - 2.8L, auto. Stock.

 

yep......I originally posted it in the carb forum,I figured it had something to do with my carb and intake ....

 

I wouldn't expect it to "blow" a seal or anything, because the pressures beneath the intake manifold aren't that high. However, the problem certainly isn't going to get any better by itself. The trouble sounds like the RTV just didn't adhere well to the surfaces, and over time the oil kept working at it until it came loose.

The only way I know of to fix it is to rip off the intake and re-seal it carefully.

 

I was afraid of that but,Thanks.....

 

If you try to fix it with the manifold on, it will just leak again. You are gonna have to take it off, and make sure you use a cleaner that doesnt leave residue and make sure theres no oil present.