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Re: How easy is it to remove the intake runnersw ith the engine installed ?
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Tue, 27 Dec 2005 14:38:48 -0800
...years! I held a 280Z together with little more than red permatex and epoxy putty everywhere from exhaust manifold to T-stat housing for...
Re: The Right Stuff (2 years later)
Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
Wed, 4 Jul 2007 11:51:44 -0700
...all to the heads (Grease/Permatex aviation) -The sleeve are stuck to the engine (bottom end), thank to Permatex 518 Series, i can't...
Re: Question - '78 Bus Exhaust
Historical mailing list
Fri, 7 Jun 1996 10:50:30 -0400 (EDT)
...Additional wisdom from Bob Hoover - brass or bronze exhaust studs, hi-temp anti-sieze on all the parts, and hi-temp Permatex gasket stuff...
Re: Heads gasket sealant.......( my version)
Historical mailing list - Michael Knight
Tue, 18 Jan 2005 08:11:46 -0600
...9.00 per tube. >The only thing new here is the Permatex label. It is also at AutoZone. I bought some last week, will...
Re: 85 1.9L Water Pump Installation
Historical mailing list - David Kao
Fri, 7 Sep 2007 15:05:03 -0700
...Should I use gasket sealer on the water pump O-Ring? I saw > Permatex Ultra Copper listed. A few months ago I took my...
Re: Valve cover gasket replacement
Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:03:00 -0500
I have always cleaned the cover and used a very light smear of black permatex just to hold it in place (not needed to...
Re: anti-seize
Historical mailing list - dylan friedman
Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:05:24 -0700
...Napa sell a Permatex spray anti seize that is good to hi temps. This is what I use now, way easier, just a spritz...
Re: Hylomar or other gasket sealant
Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
Tue, 29 Jan 2008 19:25:39 +0000
Jeff, just use blue permatex that can be found at any local automotive store. Works great! Ken Wilford John 3:16 www.vanagain.com...
Re: How to torque the 3 Groove Pully?
Historical mailing list - Pat
Sun, 2 Jun 2013 16:30:39 -0400
...TIA, Paul in Tracy Also do you recommend using anything on the threads of the bolt? Permatex High Tack or Loctite? Thx again..........
Re: gas fuel tank sealant repair needed
Historical mailing list - Gerry Lepage
Sat, 25 Apr 2009 10:01:44 -0400
...Thinking permatex, RTV, ? Epoxy? Any suggestions? Thanks, Doug ________________________________________________________________________ GameVault: Play free online games at Gamevault.ca. Word arcade, puzzle and more. Play now! http...
Water pump leak
Historical mailing list - Mike
Sat, 19 Apr 2008 23:00:45 -0400
...necessary, I'll take one at a time out, apply some permatex goop on the threads to assist with staying tight. Any ideas on...
intake gasket?
Historical mailing list - Grungy
Sat, 12 Mar 2011 10:01:24 -0600
...Does the collected wisdom here say replace it or use the old one? Should I get some kind of high-temp Permatex to fill...
Re: empty subject lines!YEAH WHAT HE SAID!
Historical mailing list - Mark Upton
Tue, 15 Feb 2000 14:30:59 -0500
...It seems that > >>its really tacked on there good (with some permatex I bet). How mush > >>pressure should I put it under and are...
Re: Exhaust flange silicone sealer
Historical mailing list - Mike
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 18:31:06 -0500
...I > > use it as a gasket dressing and not as a "Replacement" for gaskets. > > Permatex Ultra Copper RTV Silicone Gasket: > > > > http://www.permatex.com...
Re: Intake manifold gaskets
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:16:47 -0700
I like to put Permatex High Tack.............red stuff in a can with a brush, on both sides. Super nice thick sticky stuff, yet...
hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
Thu, 19 Jan 2006 09:34:55 -0600
...I also use permatex aviation gasket sealant on the hose >connections. Makes a good seal and prevents corrosion on the engine >parts where the...
Re: Coolant Leak
Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
Thu, 20 Feb 2014 11:26:56 -0500
...Could > this just be a matter of taking off the plate and sealing it with Permatex > or will removing that plate open a Pandora...
Re: Gasket Sealant Question
Historical mailing list
Sun, 7 May 1995 11:57:06 -0300
...I use Loctite and/or Permatex brands of silicone goop, hi-temp versions, for water pumps, heater flanges etc. Is the dealer stuff really...
Re: antifreeze from diesel engine block
Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
Tue, 25 May 2004 08:13:52 -0400
...where the new part will seat. > > Get new freeze plugs. > > Put permatex in the seat in the block and drop in a part, convex...
Re: intake gasket?
Historical mailing list - Grungy
Sat, 12 Mar 2011 11:48:44 -0600
...That being said, Permatex does make a sealer that is cat >safe. I just make sure the mounting surfaces on the head and manifold...
Re: '88 Westy leaky rear heater core - HELP!
Historical mailing list
Fri, 8 Mar 1996 06:06:03 -0500
...BTW, I replace this screw with fine thread 8mm amd permatex it in place. Rear seems to not really need bleeding. Close front, open...
Re: [DIESEL] 3 part numbers needed
Historical mailing list - Rennie Wible
Tue, 10 Apr 2001 19:43:25 -0700
...I took a small dab of Permatex hi-temp form-a-gasket and smoothed on a thin film on the flange side of the...
Re: My 2 cents on head leaks and rubber studs
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 15 Feb 2007 06:54:40 EST
...Among mechanics, it's call "The SAVIOR", i think i was invented by Chrysler for an engine problem/leak, then bought by Permatex. It...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Pascal Giasson
Fri, 11 May 2007 10:42:50 -0400
...I found the Permatex Anaerobic Gasket maker #51813 that Ben mentiones above but the instructions says to prepare the surface with a gasket primer...
Eurovan Door gasket falling apart @#!&*!
Historical mailing list
Wed, 03 Jul 1996 17:07:22 GMT
...My initial effrts with Permatex weatehrstrip glue was unsuccessful, as within a day, it came undone. I'm about to try the real thing...
head nut sealer
Historical mailing list - James Ruch
Wed, 1 Dec 1999 05:15:48 PST
...and I've not been able to find an alternative (ie: permatex super grey). Everything I've looked at/been pointed toward has been...
85 1.9L Water Pump Installation
Historical mailing list - Walter Houle
Fri, 7 Sep 2007 13:58:37 -0700
...Should I use gasket sealer on the water pump O-Ring? I saw Permatex Ultra Copper listed. 4. I'm changing several of the...
Re: '83 H2O head gasket advice needed (long)
Historical mailing list
Sat, 27 Jul 1996 19:35:33 -0300 (ADT)
...When you retorque you should probably pickup a tube of Locktit-Permatex hi-temp silicone goop (orangish colour) and take off each nutm apply...
Sealant on metal head gasket and green o-ring?
Historical mailing list - Gary
Sun, 28 May 2000 21:31:35 -0600
...has anybody used a sealant such as permatex ultracopper on the green o-ring and the thin flat metal ring gasket? Or is this...
Subject lines please
Historical mailing list - Davidson
Tue, 15 Feb 2000 11:11:17 -0800
...It seems that >> its really tacked on there good (with some permatex I bet). How mush >> pressure should I put it under and are...
Re: Timing lights
Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
Thu, 20 Jul 1995 09:25:17 CST6CDT
...Also, you might just try using the aluminum colored Permatex brand available everywhere. None of them are made for high heat applications but any...
Re: Okay -- is there a real fix for floppy mirrors?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
Fri, 6 Sep 2013 19:06:03 -0700
...Had to buy some > Permatex solvent to clean that red stuff off the surfaces -- stuff > didn't really get tacky, just kinda sticky like...
Re: Can I use The Right Stuff on crankcase halves?
Historical mailing list - Mike
Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:31:55 -0400
I can only recommend High-Tack adhesive by Permatex for case halves. It's sort of like contact cement in consistency; you apply to...
head repair questions
Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
Thu, 19 Jun 2003 15:59:55 -0400
...Just tighten it by finger and torque the head nuts? 2. Permatex in the o ring channels of the water pump? 3. Do I...
Last Leak Fixed
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Tue, 11 Oct 2005 18:15:23 -0700
...very badly and (unsuccessfully) attempted to remedy this error with red permatex. Subsequently, every low point on the transmission and differential had a little...
Re: Pressure test cooling system howto?
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:13:27 -0700
...and what it goes on to > prevent corrosion .. > I'll apply permatex high tack gasket sealer .. > helps prevent corrosion of the aluminum ...doesn't...
Re: exhaust nuts & bolts is 304, 308, 309, 316 or zinc plated etc
Historical mailing list - Georgios A. Stylianides, PhD
Tue, 21 Aug 2007 15:15:40 -0700
...nickle based anti-seize > http://www.permatex.com/documents/tds/automotive/77164.pdf > http://www.jmindsupply.com/permatex-nickel%20antiseize%20lubricant.htm > ____________________________________________________________________________________ Take the...
Re: Aluminum to brass thread galling
Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
Sat, 28 Jan 2012 04:56:56 -0600
...Like Permatex antisieze, one can will last a lifetime for most of us..... DM&FS At 12:05 AM 1/28/2012, Alistair Bell...
Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:39:44 -0700
...I just applied the Permatex red RTV. Instructions say apply, finger tight fasteners right away, wait 1 hour, final tighten. Looking on line, instructions...
Re: cluster troubleshooting
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Tue, 5 Jun 2012 09:23:00 -0700
...of repairing the foil (one of these: > > > http://www.amazon.com/Permatex-15067-Window-Defogger-Repair/dp/B000HBI9YQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive...
Re: valve cover gasket
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sun, 28 Jan 2001 05:13:58 -0600
...thing will not seal > up .Do I need to use some type of glue or spray or permatex crap? Any > help? > Darrel 1988 gl
Re: Oil Relief Plug
Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
Tue, 22 Jun 2021 14:39:59 -0700
...For > this application most any pipe sealant or Permatex type stuff will work and > the threads will ground just fine. > > For a healthy engine...
Re: Emergency/temporary window rubber fix
Historical mailing list - Courtney Hook
Wed, 21 Nov 2012 09:52:17 -0800
Up here in Canada you can buy a product by Permatex called Flowable Silicone Windshield glass Sealant. Comes in a blue blister pack and...
Re: Silicone oder nein
Historical mailing list - Bill Johnson
Tue, 16 Nov 1999 21:23:22 -0600
I have used Permatex's Black Weather Strip Adhesive on water pump gaskets for years and years. I use it anywhere that gas and...
Re: Hylomar or other gasket sealant
Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
Tue, 29 Jan 2008 13:48:53 -0700
Long story about why Hylomar (as sold in US under license or whatever by Permatex) disappeared from store shelves, but British car suppliers still...
Re: 79 bus
Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
Tue, 9 Aug 94 21:02:54 PDT
...School A says that you should put a light coat of permatex on the seals before installing them - not much, mind you, or it...
Re: Coolant Leak
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 21 Feb 2014 00:08:18 -0500
...Could this just be a matter of taking off the plate and sealing it with Permatex or will removing that plate open a Pandora...
Question - '78 Bus Exhaust
Historical mailing list
Thu, 6 Jun 1996 15:38:21 -0400 (EDT)
...at my FLAPS and cut to fit? Should I use some Permatex stuff? I'd like to do it this weekend if I can...
Re: hose clamp pliers; was: Re [VANAGON] HELP 85gl 1.9l h-pipe leak
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 19 Jan 2006 14:02:37 -0600
...I also use permatex aviation gasket sealant on the hose >> connections. Makes a good seal and prevents corrosion on the engine >> parts where the...
Re: "Red Hi-Temp" Permatex. Use after 1-2 hours?
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Thu, 2 Aug 2007 18:53:23 -0700
I used to use that stuff on pellet stove installs and I'd say leave it overnight, although I had a guy use the...
Head gasket questions
Historical mailing list - Gary Kovach
Sun, 12 Jul 1998 21:20:56 -0700
...What do you think about Permatex gasket sealing compound? I'm also going to replace the fuel hose that goes to all the injectors...
Re: Mirror glass for fiberglass mirrors
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Tue, 2 May 2006 12:17:27 -0700
...Red permatex would probably do a fine job as well. The glass is about 1-2mm smaller than the original all around, with slightly...
Re: Okay -- is there a real fix for floppy mirrors?
Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
Fri, 6 Sep 2013 19:36:34 -0700
...Had to buy some >> Permatex solvent to clean that red stuff off the surfaces -- stuff >> didn't really get tacky, just kinda sticky like...
Re: put goo on gaskets or not?
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 4 Jan 2005 05:31:43 EST
...Use Loctite/Permatex Ultra Copper RTV Silicone Sealant on the rubber head gaskets to head. Can be found at most good automotive supply shops...
Re: FW: JP Group Power Steering U Joint Fitment Issues?
Historical mailing list - Neil N
Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:55:34 -0700
...ok but I may epoxy the caps with JB Weld or Permatex Steel as a "safety". I don't know if Terry Kay still...
Re: Help me split the case!!!
Historical mailing list - David Schwarze
Sat, 22 Aug 1998 11:17:59 -0500
...I'd advise you to use something else - I use the Permatex (3H?) aviation sealer - brown gooey stuff that goes on with a brush...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Ben
Fri, 11 May 2007 14:22:13 -0400
...I found the Permatex Anaerobic Gasket maker #51813 that Ben >mentiones above but the instructions says to prepare the surface with a >gasket primer...
Re: resealing heads: two tubes of stuff in the gasket kit??
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Sun, 18 Dec 2005 10:54:05 -0500
...Use The Right Stuff http://www.permatex.com/right_stuff/right_stuff1.asp Period, this is the best (by far) sealing product out there...
Re: oil pump removal
Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
Tue, 15 Feb 2000 11:09:39 MST
...It seems >that > > its really tacked on there good (with some permatex I bet). How mush > > pressure should I put it under and are...
Floppy mirror + contact cement
Historical mailing list - Vanagon
Thu, 18 Sep 2014 07:31:58 -0700
...the same fixes - rubber washers, etc.* Gumming the bearing surfaces with Permatex or other gasket gums did no good, and after a good cleaning...