<VV> Rant on RTV

[Cliff Tibbitts]

Cash, there are two gaskets used in this operation.  One goes between the
crankcase and the vent, and the other between the vent and the top cover.
No need to worry about expansion. 

Cliff Tibbitts
Lexington, KY

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[mailto:virtualvairs-bounces at corvair.org] On Behalf Of Cash Case
Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2006 7:18 PM
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Cc: Cash Case
Subject: Re: <VV> Rant on RTV 

I have a question about this. I'm going to replace the top engine  
gasket just because I can't leave well enough alone.
The cover has that steel insert underneath it. I believe it is a  
splash guard. That piece is steel. the surrounding surfaces are  
aluminum. Wouldn't the changing temperature give the various metals  
the opportunity to leak? Is there a way to solve this? Or should I  
just shut up and go away?
-Cash
On Sep 12, 2006, at 6:09 PM, Padgett wrote:

> There is no substitute for proper surface preparation. Have been  
> assembling engines with lubriplate (white grease) for years. Only  
> time I will use a dab of Permatex is when I just cannot get a  
> gasket to stay in place. I figure that anything that had to come  
> apart once is liable to come apart again.
>
> Do usually keep some RTV around but as an adhesive, not a sealer.
>
> Padgett
>
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