Subject: Re: Anyone use or recommend gasket sealer? + torque specs
Author: Charles Mullendore
Date: Aug 21, 2001, 2:57 PM
Post ID: 1707949996
Hi Kev,
As already stated, Hylomar is a good choice, though sometimes hard to find. I
bought mine from either Rovers North or Atlantic British (both of which are Land
Rover parts dealers) back when I had my '64 109 Series II. It's kind of messy to
use, but seals very well. Blue in color, comes in squeeze tube. Originally
developed I'm told for Rolls-Royce aircraft engines.
I've also used Yamabond #4 (I think) with good success. A little messy as well.
Non-drying and grey in color so it won't stand out like blue Hylomar. Easy to
find at your local Yamaha dealer. I think it's sold under other names as well.
The only thing that would completely seal vertically split crankcases on the
nasty old Japanese bikes I rode as a kid.
My personal favorite (and I believe Dave Richardson's as well) is Permatex 300
or Aviation Permatex which are both the same - different name. Easy to find,
usually at NAPA and such. Easy to apply and remove (with 2+2 Gum Cutter).
Non-drying so the part comes off easily if needed. Never had anything I sealed
with it leak (even plumbing in the house!). Comes in a small white bottle with
an application brush inside the cap.
Hope this helps. Cheers,
Charlie
Kevin Graf wrote:
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