Use RTV with SS gaskets??

[tsi1991awd]

So I'm finally getting around to putting in my turbo and everything and was wondering if I should use copper RTV on the stainless gaskets for the manifold to turbo and the O2 housing, or should I leave RTV out of the picture?

 

[toxicity883]

I use copper, but its not necessary I'm just a sucker for details.

 

[Defiant]

It's not likely that RTV will realize it's not there anymore. It'll happen too fast.

 

[alansupra94]

I use the Permatex Copper Spray on all my gaskets (besides the intake gasket)

 

[7"exhaust_tip]

Copper spray and copper RTV gasket maker are different...

 

[rich3389]

Just make sure all the surfaces are clean and flat. The RTV will not stand up to the heat and is not needed.

 

[Defiant]

Copper spray and copper RTV gasket maker are different...

Really? But what was the OP asking about.