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Re: exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list
Fri, 8 Dec 1995 13:40:16 -0500
...Just saying Permatex is about like saying "adhesive". Jim Davis 87 Syncro 88 Wolfsburg
Re: fuel filler grommet seal
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Mon, 17 Sep 2012 20:39:53 -0700
Enter "gasoline" in the search box on the Permatex site. There you go.... Jim Never to wrong others takes one a long way towards...
Re: exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list - Duane Moore
Fri, 8 Dec 1995 12:16:11 -0700 (MST)
...Permatex is a glue and I don't believe > >they have the same properties. > > Permatex is a name brand an they make many products...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 20:58:39 -0700
...nuts, maybe > someone can help me decide between Permatex Aviation form-a-gasket > (3H), or > Permatex Super "300" form-a-gasket (83H) to seal...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
Fri, 11 May 2007 14:06:17 -0500
...The Permatex technical data sheet for 51813 at http://www.permatex.com/documents/tds/automotive/51813.pdf says... "Surfaces to be sealed should be...
Permatex Plastic weld to create new instrument cluster tabs ??
Historical mailing list - TC
Wed, 2 Nov 2005 11:20:36 -0800
...the odo-meter sheared off I have had good experinece with permatex plastic weld but never tried to fabricate/mold things a tiny as...
Re: Best case sealing glue???
Historical mailing list
Fri, 2 Feb 1996 20:50:01 -0500
...Wood) writes: > >What is the best case sealing glue to use when mating the crankcase? >Does Permatex make any? I heard something about Permatex...
Re: Fuel leaking from Sender Unit on Replacement Fuel Tank
Historical mailing list - Dan N
Wed, 19 Oct 2016 12:59:45 -0700
this one is fuel resistant.. working well.. https://www.permatex.com/products/gasketing/gasket-sealants/permatex-permashield-fuel-resistant-gasket-dressing-flange-sealant/
Best case sealing glue????
Historical mailing list - Aaron J. Wood
Thu, 8 Feb 1996 00:41:07 +0000
Hey Vdubers What is the best case sealing glue to use when mating the crankcase? Does Permatex make any? I heard something about Permatex...
Re: exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list - Duane Moore
Fri, 8 Dec 1995 09:53:42 -0700 (MST)
...What I was saying is that the BROWN permatex glue is close to the actual stuff used in the factory. Duane
Re: exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list - Duane Moore
Thu, 7 Dec 1995 19:56:35 -0700 (MST)
Permatex is essentially the same sealant used in the vw factory. (Smells like aviation glue) My mechanic, who's Austrian and use to work...
Re: What temp - color code RTV sealant should I use when installing the water pump?
Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
Tue, 3 Sep 2002 11:10:30 -0500
I used Permatex Blue. It's not a high temperature area. BTW Permatex is a division of LOCTITE. _________________________________________________________________ Join the world�s largest e...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:13:11 -0600
>> Well now that I'm waiting for some new connecting rod nuts, maybe >> someone can help me decide between Permatex Aviation form-a-gasket...
Best case sealing glue???
Historical mailing list - Aaron J. Wood
Thu, 1 Feb 1996 15:47:21 +0000
What is the best case sealing glue to use when mating the crankcase? Does Permatex make any? I heard something about Permatex gold, but...
Re: exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list
Thu, 7 Dec 1995 19:46:12 -0600 (CST)
...Curing the problem with Permatex 3H wouldn't have been a good idea according to the replies since it would either have burned away...
Best Case Glue????
Historical mailing list - Aaron J. Wood
Sat, 3 Feb 1996 14:30:15 +0000
Hey Vdubers What is the best case sealing glue to use when mating the crankcase? Does Permatex make any? I heard something about Permatex...
exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list
Fri, 1 Dec 1995 17:20:45 -0600 (CST)
Would anyone know whether it is a good or a bad idea to use Permatex 3H or 3000 in conjunction with exhaust gaskets, in...
Re: Re Stripped Oil Drain Plug
Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
Fri, 6 Nov 1998 17:22:42 -0800
Carl Turner wrote: > Permatex #2 is a black goopy > automotive sealant from the old school before the advent of Silicone RTV > sealants. The #2...
Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:29:55 -0500
Well now that I'm waiting for some new connecting rod nuts, maybe someone can help me decide between Permatex Aviation form-a-gasket...
Re: Grille emblem
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Thu, 28 Sep 2017 18:50:35 -0700
...it used > mostly for silicone. > > Yrs, > d https://www.permatex.com/products/adhesives-sealants/sealants/permatex-clear-rtv-silicone-adhesive-sealant/ in this application...
Re: Loctite 518 uses on Vanagon?
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Fri, 5 Mar 2010 20:40:01 -0500
It's now Permatex 51813, maybe your confusing 51531 http://www.permatex.com/documents/GasketMakerSelector.pdf The tube is blue but the stuff is...
Re: Permatex Plastic weld to create new instrument cluster tabs ??
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Wed, 2 Nov 2005 15:03:25 -0600
...Permatex Plastic weld to create new instrument cluster tabs ?? > same old story hold down tabs on cluster busted off > some of the screen sink...
Re: Head Gasket sealant sorry 1 more time
Historical mailing list - TC
Wed, 21 Nov 2007 07:02:04 -0800
...you use the spray PERMATEX 80697 that is recommeneded for the cylinderhead gaskets or do you use the PERMATEX 88878 or is this just...
Re: Arrgh! There's K-R-A-P on my head!
Historical mailing list - Radish150
Mon, 5 Mar 2001 20:52:57 -0800
...My=20 > experience has shown that the stuff in the head gasket kits is K-R-A-P ! Us= > e=20 > Permatex or GE...
Re: Arrgh! There's K-R-A-P on my head!
Historical mailing list - Radish150
Mon, 5 Mar 2001 20:52:57 -0800
...My=20 > experience has shown that the stuff in the head gasket kits is K-R-A-P ! Us= > e=20 > Permatex or GE...
Re: Clog in Fuel Line
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Sun, 8 Mar 2009 13:42:59 -0500
<where did the permatex come from?> Well, I think the permatex came from a new fuel level sensor that was put in. Same red...
Re: intake gasket?
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Sat, 12 Mar 2011 18:58:41 -0500
At 11:01 AM 3/12/2011, Grungy wrote... >Should I get some kind of high-temp Permatex to fill in the scratches >on...
Exhaust flange silicone sealer
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 08:18:01 -0500
...http://www.permatex.com/documents/tds/automotive/81878.pdf There are other brands, too, and one calls their product "Mega Copper" RTV. Of course...
Re: Loctite 518 uses on Vanagon?
Historical mailing list - dylan
Sat, 6 Mar 2010 06:36:06 -0800
...Loctite 518 uses on Vanagon? It's now Permatex 51813, maybe your confusing 51531 http://www.permatex.com/documents/GasketMakerSelector.pdf The tube is...
Can Permatex React with ATF?
Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:09:41 -0400
I used some Permatex to hold the transmission pan gasket in place before torquing down to Bentley spec. Now, a leak seems to have...
Re: Exhaust flange silicone sealer
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 17:49:01 -0500
If you use the link I provided to the Permatex Ultra Copper Silicone RTV spec sheet, it'll tell you that it is oxygen...
Re: Gasket sealer for cooling system part
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Wed, 17 Aug 2005 19:06:55 -0700
> Wouldn't it be better to use the copper-red colored Permatex on the gasket > and mating surfaces just to be sure? > A proper...
Re: [syncrolist] Replacing Gas Tank Filler Gasket
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Tue, 9 Jul 2002 20:07:25 -0400
...So we took Tim Smith's advice and used Permatex. We were able to remove the metal sectiont of the filler pipe, clean up...
Re: fuel filler grommet seal
Historical mailing list - neil n
Mon, 17 Sep 2012 19:34:00 -0700
Would this Permatex Anaerobic Gasket Maker be susceptible to todays, or yesteryears gas? http://www.permatex.com/products/automotive/automotive_gasketing/anaerobic_gasket_makers...
Re: Grille emblem
Historical mailing list - Edward V Barger
Thu, 28 Sep 2017 19:00:06 -0700
...it used >> mostly for silicone. >> >> Yrs, >> d > > https://www.permatex.com/products/adhesives-sealants/sealants/permatex-clear-rtv-silicone-adhesive-sealant/ > > in this application...
Re: Arrgh! There's K-R-A-P on my head!
Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
Tue, 6 Mar 2001 08:06:21 -0500
I knew I should have used permatex copper. Does it really stand to >reason that some obscure VW goo would really be better than...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 23:13:38 -0500
...nuts, maybe >> someone can help me decide between Permatex Aviation form-a-gasket >> (3H), or >> Permatex Super "300" form-a-gasket (83H) to seal...
Re: How do I stop this oil leak?
Historical mailing list
Mon, 1 May 95 12:34:25 MDT
...How the hell do I stop this thing?! > > Thanks, > > --Jonny > Try Permatex Ultra blue or ultra copper in conjunction with the paper gasket. Use...
Re: exhaust gaskets + permatex?
Historical mailing list - JOHNSON THOMAS H
Thu, 7 Dec 1995 18:43:41 -0900 (AKST)
On Thu, 7 Dec 1995, Duane Moore wrote: > easier. Permatex (you guys are talking about the brown colored I hope) is > also perfect for...
Re: Can Permatex React with ATF?
Historical mailing list - Peter T. Owsianowski
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:19:34 -0400
...Looks like it might have got folded up near the end? I did stretch it out (gently) before tacking it down with permatex. It...
Re: valve cover gasket replacement
Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
Tue, 30 Oct 2001 22:13:31 EST
...The Permatex stuff is in an aerosol can and it is like red colored contact cement. It holds the gaskets in place until the...
Re: leaking gas filler neck seal
Historical mailing list - Larry Johnson
Mon, 9 Oct 2006 17:35:53 -0400
...I drained my tank; removed the filler pipe; cleaned it up, coated the end few inches with Permatex (gasoline compatible) gasket sealant; waited for...
Re: Replacing Gas Tank Filler Gasket
Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
Tue, 9 Jul 2002 20:43:57 -0400
...So we took Tim Smith's advice and used Permatex. We were able to remove the metal sectiont of the filler pipe, clean up...
Re: Can Permatex React with ATF?
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 21:40:59 -0500
...I smeared a little permatex on the rubber gasket to hold it while I put the pan in place. I am by no means...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 21:56:02 -0700
...nuts, maybe >>> someone can help me decide between Permatex Aviation form-a-gasket >>> (3H), or >>> Permatex Super "300" form-a-gasket (83H) to seal...
Re: '84 Vanagon Coolant Crossover Pipe seal
Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
Sun, 30 Nov 1997 19:24:47 EST
...I then apply a thin layer of Permatex Ultra-Blue in the groove and seat the O-ring. It is best to do this...
Re: Can Permatex React with ATF?
Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:18:14 -0700
...Can Permatex React with ATF? Also, only leaks aggressively under load.� When parked after a drive, the drip slows and pretty much stops. Any...
Re: No Coolant in Small Tank Behind License Plate
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 14 Sep 2012 10:52:43 -0700
...http://www.permatex.com/products/automotive/lubricants/specialty_lubricants/Permatex_Anti-Seize_Lubricant_a.htm Neil. On Fri, Sep 14, 2012 at 10:47...
Re: Clog in Fuel Line
Historical mailing list - neil N
Sun, 8 Mar 2009 11:59:17 -0700
On Sun, Mar 8, 2009 at 11:42 AM, Michael Sullivan <sandwichhead@gmail.com> wrote: > �<where did the permatex come from?> > > Well, I think...
Victor renz sealant ok?
Historical mailing list - Radish150
Sun, 4 Mar 2001 10:16:45 -0800
Is the yellow and black sealant that comes with victor renz head gasket kits ok? It's hard for me to believe that permatex...
Re: Permatex Plastic weld to create new instrument cluster tabs ??
Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
Wed, 2 Nov 2005 12:04:28 -0800
--- TC <trclark@SHAW.CA> wrote: > has any one tried it would be worth the effort will the permatex take drilling & tapping > after building it...
Re: Can I Reach Fuel Level Sender?
Historical mailing list - TC
Thu, 1 Sep 2005 09:35:07 -0700
...filler pipe They also suggested to use a PERMATEX HYLOMAR HPF Gasket http://www.permatex.com/heavy_duty/Chassis.asp?automotive=yes&f_call...
Re: Engine Assembly Wizzdom
Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
Sat, 28 Aug 2010 14:58:49 -0700
...Short version: #3 Permatex ("Aviation") Just color the mating surface with it. Let sit for 5 minutes place 00 silk thread in the Permatex...
Re: Teflon tape & oil fittings
Historical mailing list
Wed, 29 May 1996 22:51:52 -0500
...This stuff does not harden up quite as much as classic Permatex, and you can dissasemble later easily if need me, would be excellent...
Re: Choosing a case sealer
Historical mailing list - Mike
Fri, 26 Aug 2011 06:34:10 -0400
...Been using Permatex Form-A-Gasket for at least 25 yrs (used to use that brown shellac stuff like the factory used). Never had...
Clog in Fuel Line
Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
Sun, 8 Mar 2009 13:13:35 -0500
Say you found a piece of permatex gasket sealer in fuel line and wanted to get all debris out, hypothetically.It is before the...
Re: How do I stop this oil leak?
Historical mailing list
Mon, 1 May 1995 14:44:40 -0700
...How the hell do I stop this thing?! >> >> Thanks, >> >> --Jonny >> >Try Permatex Ultra blue or ultra copper in conjunction with the paper gasket. Use...
Re: Gas leak patch stuff actually works
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Mon, 16 May 2005 08:30:39 -0700
Probably it was Permatex Gas Tank And Radiator Repair. Also very good for radiator leaks, as I have found out in my unfortunate experience...
Re: Exhaust flange silicone sealer
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 15:02:59 -0800
...Exhaust flange silicone sealer If you use the link I provided to the Permatex Ultra Copper Silicone RTV spec sheet, it'll tell you...
Re: Sealant necessary for coolant hoses?
Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
Wed, 23 Feb 2011 22:40:54 -0600
...Sealant necessary for coolant hoses? I'm a big fan of Permatex Hylomar (non-hardening), for the sealing and corrosion-resistant properties spelled out...