Wouldn't it be better to use the copper-red colored Permatex on the gasket
and mating surfaces just to be sure?

John
----- Original Message -----
From: "John Bange" <jbange@GMAIL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 9:12 PM
Subject: Re: Gasket sealer for cooling system part

> Now that I have the new and improved replacement METAL flange w/nipple,
> instead of an o-ring, a flat gasket is used for the seal against the
> cylinder head.
> What, if anything, should I use on this gasket?

So long as both mating surfaces are clean and smooth, the gasket alone
plus the proper torque on the bolts will seal fine.