Do I need the gasket between turbo and manifold?
 

Hey guys,

I bought a used Greddy Kit a while back and finally started to install it.

While upgrading the bolts/studs on the manifold I noticed that the gasket b/w the manifold and turbo seems to be missing.

My question is can I run it without a gasket? If not where can I get one? could I just use hi-temp gasket maker?

Thanks for the help

If your flanges are flat then you can run without a gasket. You cannot use standard hi-temp gasket maker though. You can supposedly use Rutland Stove Sealant though because it can withstand serious temperatures apparently. Try it without a gasket and see if it leaks. Then worry about it.

No gasket here(or leaks) with a milled flange though

There is no gasket there in the stock Greddy kit.

I've tried running with the gasket on other cars with 0 success. I finally had both surfaces milled flat and never looked back.

Glad someone asked this, I've been wondering how many people use gaskets.

I've used the "cooper" high temp gasket sealer/maker in similar applications successfully.

No gasket here, im fine.

no gasket here, just orange copper high temp rtv

"Note: There is, very purposely, no gasket in the joint
between turbo, downpipe, and manifold."

BEGi recommendations.

I've run gasket and no gasket...I prefer none, as I've had the gasket die, requiring me to take shit apart again. Just make sure your flange is planed and mount metal on metal.

good question! i guess im running mine with no gasket too.

Thanks guys,

Gasketless it is then, hopefully things are flat enough not to leak...