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Post by Bent on Nov 14, 2004 14:06:02 GMT -5
Anybody heard of putting spray paint on head gaskets before installing them? :shrug:
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Post by 19_Chevelle_69 on Nov 14, 2004 16:00:57 GMT -5
Yep, usually reserved for steel or copper shim gaskets, the paint (metallic silver seems to work best) helps seal up small imperfections in the surfaces.
I prefer to use Permatex Aviation Gasket Maker. A thick gooey sealer that stands up VERY well on my .015" steel gaskets in my Chevelle.
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Post by Bent on Nov 14, 2004 22:51:59 GMT -5
well. I tried the paint we,ll see if it works.
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Post by 19_Chevelle_69 on Nov 14, 2004 23:34:04 GMT -5
Are they steel shim gaskets? Or regular every-day Felpro type?
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Post by Bent on Nov 15, 2004 11:46:28 GMT -5
The black paper Mr. gasket ones with the steel inside of them.
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Post by johnnyb1141 on Nov 17, 2004 22:18:12 GMT -5
i wouldn't have painted those. Since they're not all metal they're designed to compress some wich will give you your seal. The paint may make them dry and brittle.
JB
Tell me how it turns out though, i'm curious. I've never heard of painting gaskets before.
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Post by Bent on Nov 17, 2004 23:39:43 GMT -5
I might have gotten lucky but it's working (for now) :nope:
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