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Subject:Re: Head-Nut Sealant - alternatives?
From:Frank Condelli
Date:Tue, 19 Mar 2002 05:45:09 EST

In a message dated 3/18/2002 2:33:24 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
LISTSERV@GERRY.VANAGON.COM writes:

> I got the Elring gasket kit, which only comes with one
> tube of sealant - for the gaskets, right?

       Mark, do not use the sealant that comes with the gasket kit !  Use 
Loctite brand or Permatex brand Copper high temp silicone head gasket sealant 
for both the rubber 0-ring gaskets and head bolts.  Throw the sealant from 
the gasket kit in the garbage where it belongs !

Cheers��

Frank Condelli
Almonte, Ontario, Canada
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