HammerDown
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YES > > > use the gasket and follow the torque sequence.So got new water pump, use the gasket that came with it or just use the right stuff? the gasket that came with it looks cheap and looks to have been folded. Will the right stuff work on the threads that need to be sealed? Water pump also came with new shorter bolts that shows were to put them instead of old long ones. And can water pump be removed with fan still in place?
The two shorter bolts go top center, you should have instructions with the reman pump...if you suspect the gasket was folded or instructions are missing take it back for another.
I use thread sealant on all the threads (just because) and again I prefer Hi-Tack on bolts and gasket.
Make SURE the gasket surface is scraped CLEAN and even wipe with brake-clean or acetone.