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Re: Dash printed circuit
Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
Wed, 26 Mar 2003 18:06:41 -0800
...I would be cautious about the RTV though. Regular RTV contains acetic acid, which corrodes copper. It's not a good thing to seal...
Exhaust flange silicone sealer
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 08:18:01 -0500
...Permatex Ultra Copper RTV Silicone Gasket: http://www.permatex.com/documents/tds/automotive/81878.pdf There are other brands, too, and one calls their...
Re: Dash printed circuit
Historical mailing list - Richard Brassaw
Wed, 26 Mar 2003 22:56:11 -0800
...I would be cautious about the RTV though. Regular RTV contains acetic acid, which corrodes copper. It's not a good thing to seal...
Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:39:44 -0700
...You could cut gasket from copper or something, but i woudl guess the rtv will do it. alistair On 8-Aug-10, at 7...
Re: rebuilder blames coolant for failure under warranty
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Tue, 14 Jan 2003 04:34:15 EST
...Use only Permatex Ultra Copper High Temp Silicone RTV Sealant. >> I am not certain that your opinion is discerning enough to rely on. After...
Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:03:04 -0700
...Use Hi Temp RTV? > Hi all. > > Have others used hi temp RTV in place of the intake and exhaust > gaskets at combustion box? > > I...
Re: o-ring cooling crossover tube
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Sat, 3 Sep 2005 22:03:53 EDT
...Using RTV on an o-ring makes the user look like a dilettante, at best, and, at worst, the RTV can cause a failure...
Re: Fixing case damage due to water pump impeller a la Condelli
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Mon, 7 Mar 2005 04:43:36 EST
...Oh, excuse me, or Ultra Copper RTV. George
Re: Head Gasket sealant sorry 1 more time
Historical mailing list - TC
Wed, 21 Nov 2007 07:02:04 -0800
> ALL, and I mean ALL the head gaskets I have installed with both Loctite > Ultra Copper RTV Hi-Temp Silicon Sealant do you use...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - -------------------------
Wed, 24 Jan 2007 23:19:41 -0500
Elliot, You are making a major mistake, with: "Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant" What the kit supplies, is special just for these heads. I...
Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:13:46 -0700
...Use Hi Temp RTV? > > >> Hi all. >> >> Have others used hi temp RTV in place of the intake and exhaust >> gaskets at combustion box? >> >> I...
Re: Dometic question (combustion chamber seal)
Historical mailing list - Giasson, Pascal (DNR/MRN)
Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:17:11 -0300
...That cover plate was not completely flat so I used Loctite Ultra Copper Hi-Temp RTV sealant to get a good seal. I read...
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: o-ring cooling crossover tube
Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
Sat, 3 Sep 2005 22:40:00 -0400
...Using RTV on an o-ring makes the user look like a dilettante, at best, and, at worst, the RTV can cause a failure...
Re: rough idle + exaust leak
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Wed, 23 Apr 2008 11:02:24 -0400
...After I'm certain that the mating surfaces are true, I use Permatex Ultra Copper RTV on the gaskets, too. Oh, and use new...
Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:25:58 -0700
...Use Hi Temp RTV? > > >> Hi all. >> >> Have others used hi temp RTV in place of the intake and exhaust >> gaskets at combustion box? >> >> I...
Re: Dash printed circuit
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 26 Mar 2003 17:15:57 -0800
...Scrape off the plastic to expose the copper (razorblade), be careful, don't go at it too hard. Wipe down exposed copper with alcohol...
Re: Excessive Hydrocarbons
Historical mailing list
Sun, 24 Sep 1995 13:40:54 -0400
...The red RTV sealant MAY work, but >chances are it will burn off sooner than later. > >Martin What I used is Permatex Ultra Copper...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Zoltan
Wed, 24 Jan 2007 20:51:32 -0800
...Head sealants?? > Elliot, > You are making a major mistake, with: > > "Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant" > > What the kit supplies, is special just for these...
Re: Exhaust flange silicone sealer
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Fri, 7 Mar 2008 13:44:23 -0800
...Permatex Ultra Copper RTV Silicone Gasket: http://www.permatex.com/documents/tds/automotive/81878.pdf There are other brands, too, and one calls their...
Re: Stubborn Exhaust leak
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:56:11 EDT
...or outside? does the RTV go in between the sandwich or outside or ...? Loctite, Hi-temp Ultra Copper RTV works just fine to seal...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Elliot Kane
Wed, 24 Jan 2007 20:53:26 -0800
...Elliot, You are making a major mistake, with: "Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant" What the kit supplies, is special just for these heads. I...
oil temp gauge...
Historical mailing list - Gregor Durstewitz
Tue, 19 Sep 1995 11:17:41 -0800 (PST)
...the sender unit has only this copper ring for a gasket, is that gonna be enough ? plus, how about the sump plate itsself...i...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 07:10:19 -0500
...Head sealants?? > Elliot, > You are making a major mistake, with: > > "Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant" > > What the kit supplies, is special just for these...
Re: Refrigerator burner box gasket wanted
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:46:48 -0400
...keep the RTV from bonding to either side and you'll have a reusable gasket. I used the even fancier copper-colored sensor-safe...
Re: head gasket sealant survey
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Wed, 21 Dec 2005 06:29:47 EST
...DO NOT USE THIS STUFF ! other types of RTV PERMATEX ULTRA COPPER HIGH TEMP RTV SILICON SEALANT - I'VE USED THIS FOR YEARS. NO...
Re: Dometic Intake & Exhaust Gaskets: Use Hi Temp RTV?
Historical mailing list - neil n
Sun, 8 Aug 2010 19:29:21 -0700
...Use Hi Temp RTV? >> >> >>> Hi all. >>> >>> Have others used hi temp RTV in place of the intake and exhaust >>> gaskets at combustion box? >>> >>> I...
Re: Dometic question (combustion chamber seal)
Historical mailing list - neil
Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:42:21 -0700
...That cover plate was not completely flat so I > used Loctite Ultra Copper Hi-Temp RTV sealant to get a good seal. I > read...
Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Elliot Kane
Wed, 24 Jan 2007 18:55:49 -0800
...after reading every relevant message in the archives about this, I've decided on the Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant for the head gaskets...
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: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 06:22:27 EST
...after reading every relevant message in the archives about this, I've decided on the Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant for the head gaskets...
Why would my head gasket do this?
Historical mailing list - Mark Vermillion
Thu, 23 Jan 2003 17:30:45 -0500
...I had about a 30 hour cure on the copper rtv stuff that was on there. Torqued the head correctly. I think correctly anyhow...
Re: Head sealants??
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 25 Jan 2007 06:16:25 EST
...Elliot, You are making a major mistake, with: "Permatex Ultra Copper RTV sealant" What the kit supplies, is special just for these heads. I...
Re: 1.9 Head replacement (was lifter collapse / smog issue)
Historical mailing list - Benny boy
Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:42:19 -0400
...extremely high temps and pressures of an exhaust system, even Ultra Copper RTV. It's rated for 700 degrees F max, and EGT's...
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: 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: Fixing case damage due to water pump impeller a la Condelli
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 8 Mar 2005 06:30:22 EST
...Oh, excuse me, or Ultra Copper RTV. Yes, I put it on my morning toast too ! I own shares in the companies and am...
Re: Exhaust install question -- sealant?
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Wed, 31 Jul 2002 05:59:52 EDT
...gaskets? If so, which one? > Yes, use Permatex or Loctite Ultra Copper RTV High Temp Head Gasket sealant on all the gaskets. Make sure...
Re: VW keeps giving me expired head sealer!!!!!
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 21 Jan 2003 06:10:39 EST
...that stuff isn't worth the fight ! Use Permatex Ultra Copper High Temp RTV Silicon Sealant. Get a fresh tube at any good auto...
Re: rebuilder blames coolant for failure under warranty
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Mon, 13 Jan 2003 19:55:39 EST
...Use only Permatex Ultra Copper High Temp Silicone RTV Sealant. Cheers�� Frank Condelli Almonte, Ontario, Canada <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/BusFusion/bfhome...
Re: vanagon Digest - 16 Aug 2011 (#2011-666)
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Wed, 17 Aug 2011 05:46:17 -0400
John et al, all manifold gasket I have ever installed here have been installed using Loctite Ultra Copper High Temp RTV Silicone Sealant. Both...
Re: Why would my head gasket do this?
Historical mailing list - Antaki
Thu, 23 Jan 2003 21:00:53 -0800
...I had about a 30 hour cure on the copper rtv stuff that was on there. Torqued the head correctly. I think correctly anyhow...
Re: Another CV question
Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
Thu, 5 Mar 1998 19:35:00 -0500
...When the plug and inner area of the flange is clean, smear some ultra copper RTV(silicone) on the cap where meets the axle...
Re: 1.9 Head replacement (was lifter collapse / smog issue)
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 06:00:37 EDT
...I have been using and promoting the use of Loctite Ultra Copper RTV Silicone Sealant on the exhaust flat gaskets for years and unless...
Re: 87 vanagon 2.1 muffler install used bd parts
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Fri, 29 Dec 2006 06:17:12 EST
...I also use Loctite Copper High Temp RTV sealant on the gaskets. The torque on the header flange bolts, yes, bolts, stainless steel ones...
Re: Fridge Fun..... well, NEW fridge fun!
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 20 May 2010 17:01:06 -0400
...The "Copper" stuff works great for that. Make sure to put the bead on, assemble the box leaving some thickness of RTV, then wait...
Re: Dometic question (combustion chamber seal)
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 19 Jul 2007 06:11:00 EDT
...to ensure a good seal? Neil, I use Loctite Ultra Copper Hi-Temp RTV sealant, works fine. If needed I make new gaskets from...
Re: '88 Exhaust help
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sun, 2 Sep 2012 21:06:41 -0700
...get them. > Reinstalled 2-1 manifold and gaskets using high temp copper RTV silicone > for good measure. Reinstalled large elbow with new hardware and...
Re: Dometic question (combustion chamber seal)
Historical mailing list - neil
Thu, 19 Jul 2007 09:42:08 -0700
...to ensure a good seal? > > > > > Neil, I use Loctite Ultra Copper Hi-Temp RTV sealant, works fine. > If needed I make new gaskets from...
Re: type of oil and washer
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Fri, 14 Sep 2001 16:25:28 -0700
...Since there is no room for a washer, I now use RTV silicone on the plug & it works fine, since I only change it...
Re: Head gasket sealant
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Thu, 11 Jul 2002 07:30:34 EDT
...Use either Loctite or Permatex Ultra Copper RTV, high temperature head gasket sealant. Use this sealant on the head gasket surface that makes contact...
Why would my head gasket do this?
Historical mailing list - gary hradek
Fri, 24 Jan 2003 08:16:15 -0800
...I had about a 30 hour cure on the copper rtv stuff that was on there. Torqued the head correctly. I think correctly anyhow...
Re: Catastrophic failure of coolant level sensor
Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
Sun, 17 Jun 2007 00:43:03 -0500
...The basic procedure is to scrape off any coating (often green) over the copper traces to expose shiny copper, solder a longish piece of...
Re: '88 Exhaust help
Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
Sun, 2 Sep 2012 15:49:03 -0700
...Reinstalled 2-1 manifold and gaskets using high temp copper RTV silicone for good measure. Reinstalled large elbow with new hardware and gaskets. Re...
Re: 1.9 Head replacement (was lifter collapse / smog issue)
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:03:05 -0400
...I have been using and promoting the use of Loctite Ultra Copper RTV Silicone Sealant on the exhaust flat gaskets for years and unless...
Re: Exhausting work.... Advice solicited.
Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
Fri, 1 Aug 2008 20:43:16 -0400
...The Vanagon got treated to a new #4 exhaust gasket with fresh bolts and a nice goopy slathering of copper RTV. It was a...
Re: Diagnosing Idle stabilizer -- very FISH Fishy.
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 23 Jan 2003 09:22:24 -0500
...The two effects may well be synergistic -- I'd be inclined to carefully add an aluminum/copper/brass strip for heatsink, bearing in mind...
Re: cleaning the AFM
Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
Mon, 6 Nov 2000 20:25:30 -0500
...Then put a OHM meter across pins 15 & 19 of the plug from the ECM, I cut small strips of copper and inserted them...
Re: Cylinder Heads...cleaning up
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Tue, 21 Oct 2003 06:25:25 EDT
...that goes to the block and Permatex/Loctight Ultra Copper/Red High Temp RTV Sealant for head gaskets. Do not use the goop that...
Re: sealing exhaust parts
Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
Sat, 13 Sep 2003 06:33:56 EDT
...Use Permatex/Loctite Ultra Copper High Temp RTV Silicone Sealant on the gasket surfaces. Excessive force on the retaining bolts is not necessary or...