<VV> Viton O ring life

[corvairs at pacifier.com]

Dan - Contrary to popular opinion Vitons do not last forever. But,
failures so far are rare. I would be more concerned that you had a rocker
cover gasket leaking. A leak in one of the top cover gaskets is possible
but will not usually cause huge leaks.

Lon Wall
www.corvairunderground.com



>
> I put new Viton O rings in my Corvair about 25 years ago.  Major reduction
> of oil leaks.  Over the years I replaced a few other gaskets and seals.
> Now I have a new fairly big leak.  I get oil smoke coming out the top
> grill.  How long do Vitons last?   The shelf life is "Forever".
>
> Dan
> 65 Monza 110 Auto convertible  since '83
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