Tirebiter, you make a good point, although I was hoping that someone might make pre-cut cork gaskets for these. The gasket design for this water pump is pretty intricate...can't be done, but would probably prove to be a PITA.

Knotman, I imagine that high humidity would actually make it take longer to cure...although I can't say that with authority.

Chip, I started with Blue RTV, and switched to Red high-temp RTV when the blue stuff ran out. I should have started with the red; makes it easier to see spots that I missed. I actually didn't post this on TDS 'cause I figure I'm bugging everyone and this is a general question, and I'm also 1 post away from the 6K mark and am wanting to save that post for when I get the truck lit off. If I get too close, I may have to start deleting old posts in the Bilge or something

Brian, I understand...as said, I really dislike doing it this way in the first place, and would be quick to join in on chewing someone else out for doing this. The main goal is to see if I can actually get the engine to light off, so even if this holds for only a month, I'm okay with that. The other side of this is that the leak from the gasket looks to be a baby leak to begin with, and the leak may seal itself as the engine heats up. I know that that's not something I can count on, but it wouldn't be the first time it's happened with a 6.9l...

*fingers crossed* if pressure holds tomorrow morning, I may be able to light off tomorrow...