Thanks to all the replies I received. It turns out I was able to find
the right sealing washer at a local VW dealer. Now all I gotta do is cut
the 3/4" UNF bolt (grade 8 no less) to the proper length.
Peter Zaborski
76 TR6 (CF58310 UO)
Calgary AB Canada
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Peter Zaborski
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 1998 6:24 PM
> To: 'TR6 List'
> Subject: sealing plugs
>
> The TR6 (74-76 US spec models) came with a EGR valve mounted on the
> right side of the cylinder head. The valve was mounted by a 3/4 UNF
> thread pipe at its bottom which was screwed into a matching opening in
> the head. I have removed the valve and wish to plug (ie. seal) the
> hole.
>
> I have a 3/4 UNF bolt which I will need to cut to size so that it is
> not too long. That's no problem. But what I am unsure of is how to
> make a proper seal. I have tried to find a copper washer but all the
> local hardware places don't stock a copper washer large enough for a
> 3/4 inch bolt (it is one huge bolt - takes a 1-1/4" wrench!). I have
> considered using the same compound which is used on exhaust systems to
> make the seal but am looking for other options from the list.
>
> Anyone have suggestions?
>
> Peter Zaborski
> 76 TR6 (CF58310 UO)
> Calgary AB Canada
>
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