ill be installing my pan tomorow and was wondring if its ok to use a lil RTV to stick the o-rings to the oil pump and block so they dont fall off during install ???

 

I used a dab of vaseline on each of them and didn't have any problems. I don't think RTV is a good idea.

Also another tip: Buy some long bolts with the same thread as the upper pan bolts. Grind the heads off and cut a slot in the end of each with a Dremel so you basically have two long screws without a head. Screw one into each side of the block and use them to guide the pan straight into place so you don't smear your RTV bead around. Once you have a few bolts tightened to hold the pan in place you can back out the screw/studs you made with a straight slot screwdriver and then continue to bolt up and torque the pan in place. Worked great for me.

 

do I need to apply any RTV on the 2 end gaskets ?

 

Yes, the FSM shows RTV on the ends of the half moon gaskets. I put RTV across their entire length with no ill effect.