how necessary is the lower timing belt cover gasket?

[s1ngletracker]

Quick question before I run to brookdale mitsu before they close. Replacing water pump and my old one just cracked and fell apart... So arguably it wasn't really doing anything in the first place. I might just throw the cover back on without one.

Anyone have any reason to believe the little gasket is necessary?

93 talon tsi

[Goat Blower]

Not really. It helps keep road grime out of the TB area, but it's not absolutely necessary.

[1ViciousGSX]

Ask yourself this:

Are you feeling lucky?

[Goat Blower]

Always.

[1ViciousGSX]

Shit, with my luck, I wouldn't get down the driveway without a suicidal squirrel jumping up in there.. :lol: