Date:         Mon, 13 Jan 2003 19:55:39 EST
Reply-To:     RAlanen@AOL.COM
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Frank Condelli <RAlanen@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: rebuilder blames coolant for failure under warranty
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In a message dated 1/13/2003 2:51:32 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

> long story short what type of sealent are they using? and
> have the tried other methods in that shop?

       The type of sealant is VERY important.  The stuff that comes with 
gasket kits is no good.  Send it to the garbage can immediately.  Best place 
for it.  Use only Permatex Ultra Copper High Temp Silicone RTV Sealant.  

Cheers  

Frank Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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