Originally Posted by
onehundred80
The main covers use a gasket and I would replace it every time as they get compressed and do not seal as well the second time around. The screws are torqued to 7 ft lbs.
The smaller covers mounted on these main covers use RTV and it should be applied as per the instructions on the RTV.
The OP is referring to the main covers and should get a new gasket. I would not use RTV on this as it may cause a bad seal.
You are correct, I was referring to the smaller covers, and agree to get new gaskets for the mains.