Hello All,
Am in the process of rebuilding my 53TD, have received the famous
"gasket kit", and would appreciate a brief primer from you experts out
there on the recommended types of adhesives to use for each type of
gasket (or is it the types of adhesives to use for where the gasket is
used?). I visited my local auto parts store and frankly walked away a
little confused. As you all know, I believe there are the
-very thin paper type gaskets,
-thicker cardboard type gaskets,
-the cork gaskets and
-the copper gaskets (heads not exhaust)
-maybe others...
I know where they all go; it's just the 'rule of thumb(s)' I'm
missing. Have heard too many 'war stories' on leaks after engine
installed due to gasket sealing problems. I was reading that some
should be soaked (in what?, how long?), some use silicone/
non-silicone, red, black, blue, number 1, 2, etc., hi-tack, dry,
brush-on, spray-on, etc.
Dropping brand names would also be helpful as well as literature I
could get.
Thanks,
Ray Rockwell
Cary, NC
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