water pump install special instructions

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i’ve found online the torque spec for the water pump i’m putting in but when i was prepping the block and chasing the threads at least one bolt goes into a water jacket. so im curious if i should put thread sealant on that one, also is there a pattern for torquing (01 4.0) also the other water pumps i’ve done on vintage mustangs it was common place to coat the felpro gasket with a very thin film of rtv sealant. is that also common practice in the jeep community?
 
Factory Service Manuals in the resources section have the exact torque specs and the proper procedure for installation.

-Mac
 
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