Date:         Mon, 24 Jan 2005 16:47:29 -0500
Reply-To:     Greg Potts <Greg@POTTSFAMILY.CA>
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From:         Greg Potts <Greg@POTTSFAMILY.CA>
Subject:      Permatex RTV curing in cold weather: Advice req'd
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Hi Volks,

How long should it take for ultra-black Permatex RTV gasket material
take to harden at low temperatures?

I used the stuff to seal a leaking sump plate oil temp sender last
week, and ever since then the weather here has been somewhere between
zero celcius and zero fahrenheit. I did put a hot air corn popper under
the engine for about 40 minutes after the repair, but I don't think it
was doing much good, the case was still cold right above it.

Now I am wondering if it's safe to put oil in the engine yet. Since the
RTV means "Room Temperature Vulcanizing", I am somewhat concerned, as
my driveway doesn't need another 3.5L oil soaking. Advice would be
appreciated.

Happy trails,

Greg Potts
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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