Disagree. When I installed crossover tube on new 1.9L long block, fitting in question got a new O-ring as well as plenty of the copper-colored Permatex. I have two years trouble-free operation to show for my efforts. John ----- Original Message ----- From: "Robert Cardo" <rrecardo@WEBTV.NET> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Saturday, September 03, 2005 7:35 PM Subject: Re: o-ring cooling crossover tube
> If an o-ring is part of any union it always gets replaced without > question. > > You can try silicone Joe, but 9 times outa 10 it'll be a leaker. > > Why even screw around? > > Change the O-ring, and be done with it. > |
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