I can only assume most on here that are using silicone now have, in the past had issues or have not been pleased with the performance of their water pump gaskets.

Those that use silicone on their gasket, unless there are some sealing surface issues, really don't have much faith in their gasket in their gasket of choice.

Believe it or not water pump gaskets used in motor plate applications and especially with the 2 piece "Elephant Ears" are under very heavy torsional stress.

Thanks for the call littlejohn44

Anybody else interested in trying Superformance gaskets, don't be shy. There really is a difference