sbc rear intake manifold oil leaks

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Originally Posted by Mike Savelle

whats the best to seal the intake ? I've been using red silicone for years , but the last two engines have leaked badly , I Even redid it and it still leaked, is the red silicone no good ?

I was having this issue on my super gas sbc. I used black gasket maker (Permatex) and smeared it liberally across the back of the china wall after a thorough cleaning. Hasn't leaked since.