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> Well, my second attempt to eliminate the oil leak from the rear tappet
> cover on my 68 MGB has failed. Any leak is bad enough, even if a 'lovable'
> characteristic of LBCs, but this one drips down on the exhaust downpipes
>giving
> a fire hazard. I'm getting bored of stripping off the carbs and manifolds to
> gain access. I'm not sure what the problem is and am appealing for
>suggestions.
> The first try involved using a new gasket, coated in permatex blue silicone.
> This past try did not use any sealant but the cork gasket supplied by
> Moss may not be thick enough and compresses thinner than the locating ridge
> on the tappet cover. It felt good when I tightened it down.
>
> At the risk of reopening a previous discussion.... What is the best sealant -
> if any?
>
> John Sanders
>
I have used Indian Head Copper Head Gasket shalack. It makes a
permenent bond. Clean both sides with acetone, bond the gasket to
the cover first, then to the block. Do not over tighten the bolt.
paul
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