If using the "Right Stuff" there is now reason for any additional
treatments or coatings. This stuff is designed to eliminate gaskets
completely in applications like valve covers and oil pans. It can fill
massive gaps and it sticks like mad. The more critical seal is the top
of the cylinder. Here, I like to use a very thin coating of Hylomar on
both the metal gasket and O-ring. The Hylomar is designed for head
gasket applications.

Dennis

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf
Of Jean-Woo Kim
Sent: Sunday, February 12, 2006 9:03 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Anyone tried coating/painting the pitted head surface?

I have one side of my 87 Westy's head out now and examining it. Upon
careful cleaning, it does not look too pitted. I am wondering if
anyone has ever tried spray painting/coating the surface to fill up
the tiny pittings rather than using J-B Weld. I have in mind those
high-temp spray paints they have at FLAPS for exhaust manifolds. Any
thoughts on this issue? For the sealant I am going with the Right
Stuff as some have suggested in place of the one came with the kit. I
would appreciate your comments.

Jean-Woo