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Re: TR3 leaky rear end

To: tr3driver@comcast.net, triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: TR3 leaky rear end
From: Dave1massey@cs.com
Date: Thu, 28 Apr 2005 13:02:52 EDT
In a message dated 4/28/2005 9:53:41 AM Central Standard Time, 
tr3driver@comcast.net writes: 
> That's usually a result of not letting them set up properly before 
> assembling.
> If you apply it to one surface, like the cover, and then wait at least 15
> minutes before assembling, it will seal better and be less likely to form
> strings inside.
> 
Another technique that may not work in all situations is to assemble the 
parts just shy of tight and let cure.  Then the tightening process will put the 
silicone under compression and it is more likely to seal.  But how much shy of 
tight is a judgment call and that leads to inconsistent results.

Dave




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