Perfect Seal on thermostat gaskets with rivets?

[Ozshadow]

The manual #23 is not very clear. My understanding from reading it is the gasket needs perfect seal on both side, but avoid the rivet areas.

Is this correct?

Manual:
IMPORTANT: Gasket has continuity rivets. Do not coat with Quicksilver Perfect Seal,
or Audio Warning Temperature Switch may not work properly.
2. Place O-ring in the thermostat housing. Be certain it is positioned properly in housing.
3. Place thermostat in thermostat housing with thermostatic element end toward housing
bottom, as shown.
4. Align sleeve with groove in thermostat housing bore and install sleeve into housing.
5. Coat both sides of new thermostat housing gasket with Quicksilver Perfect Seal and
position on intake manifold.
6. Reinstall thermostat housing and torque screws with lockwashers to 30 lb-ft (41 Nm).
7. Reconnect hose(s) to thermostat housing. Tighten hose clamps securely.

 

[SAshton]

Yeah. Not very clear but that gasket with those rivets is about the only thing I don't put perfect seal on. Install it dry!!


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[Lazy Daze]

You can try installing it dry, first. If both mating surfaces are clean and smooth, it should be fine. If you get leaks, then apply a little Perfect Seal. But you are correct in your thinking - avoid the little rivets since then your t-stat sensor may not work.