Does encoder motor need gasket?

[Happy Hummer]

Hey all...
Does the encoder motor need a gasket?
We already purchased the unit but was wondering about if sealing is an issue?
Chris

 

[digglesworth]

I crawled under mine the other day to size up the transfer case swap. I saw what looks like rtv or something similar oozing outta the mating surface between the motor and case.... Not sure if there's an actual gasket or not though.

 

[CaseyS]

i dont think you need anything there. There is an seal where the shaft come out of the transfer case. I would assume the motor to be hermetically sealed since it could theroetically be under water.

 

[Happy Hummer]

Anyone else?
Chris

 

[Zach]

The GM catalog calls for needing to order a seal with the encoder motor. But sometimes those notes are useless. But them again might not be a bad idea to replace it. Not that expensive

 

[Happy Hummer]

Does anyone have a # for the oem gasket?
Chris

 

[CaseyS]

Update. Closer inspection shows RTV on the surfaces. I'll be sure to reapply when I reassemble everything again.

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[Happy Hummer]

You know we've had to return two Cardon 48-116 back to Autozone because of bare wires or frayed harnesses.
We've yet to get a reconditioned one that is useable.
Chris