In a message dated 95-09-24 12:24:43 EDT, martino@earthlink.net writes: >>only thing I can think of is to smear some RTV sealant on the >>gaskets, but that makes a huge mess. Still, that's what I'm gonna hafta >>do if someone doesn't tell me what the heck I am overlooking... >> >>Thanks in advance, >> >>-David >> > I know this sounds simple, but have you thought of doubling up >on the gasket. It sounds like you aren't getting enough preasure between >the two parts to make a good seal. The red RTV sealant MAY work, but >chances are it will burn off sooner than later. > >Martin What I used is Permatex Ultra Copper Hi-Temp RTV Silicone Gasket, Guaranteed Not to Leak. Part No. 101-B, Item No. 81878. I put this between the intakes and the heads on my recently rebuilt (by me) 1700cc in the '72 Westy and haven't had any trouble yet! Of course I haven't started it since I did that either! But the stuff said it has a "special additive" for temps up to 650 degrees faren. and 343 degrees cels. Brad '72 Westy '87 Syncro P.S. Now I'll wait to see how long it takes for me to see this. My "AOL and the list" came back real quick but my posting about busses for sale has not yet.
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