Engine case

[makobuggie]

Whats the best way to split a engine case? And removeing old gasket? They used silocon on the gasket. Thanks.

[jackel440]

Use a rubber mallet or dead blow hammer to shock the case apart.Then use a paint scraper or razor blade to remove the rtv.You can also then use a scotch bright pad to clean up the surface to make sure all the rtv is gone.

[sho305]

Those scotch pads work awesome if you have a die grinder, I use those on near any gasket surface. They don't take off any metal unless you really hammer on them. I mean the ones that go on a grinder not the hand pads, which I also have used a lot especially for paint prep. You can also use those with solvents to clean things.

[yamarancher]

I used oven cleaner on my engine parts, makes the grease go away & the aluminum look brand new !

[toadady]

if you look reallllllllllly close there are a couple of spots where you can stick a screwdriver in it to pry in the suggested spots.