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05-08-2008, 09:00 AM | #1 |
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Exhaust Gaskets Question
I bought new exhaust gaskets the other day because I am switching back to the stock exhaust system.
My questions is: Is there something like a glue or sealant I stick these in with or is it just the pressure of the pipes against the engine that holds them tight? Login or Register to Remove Ads |
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05-08-2008, 09:14 AM | #2 |
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Exhaust Gaskets Question
Just use a small (emphasis on small) dab of bearing grease to hold them into place while you get the pipe bolted in place.
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05-09-2008, 07:30 AM | #3 |
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Thanks.
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05-09-2008, 07:48 AM | #4 |
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Exhaust Gaskets Question
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05-10-2008, 09:56 PM | #5 |
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Normally I get everything lined up without the gasket and just barely start the nuts. Then I tip the pipe out and away at the top a tad and slide the gasket in place. As it drops I push the pipe up tighter and turn the nuts down about 2 turns short of tight. I torque the rest of the clamps and bolts down almost tight, and then tighten the head flanges down just snug tight. I torque all the clamps and bolts to the final torque, and then torque the flanges last, compressing the crush gaskets.
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