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Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by skull2007, Dec 16, 2007.

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  1. skull2007

    skull2007 Active Member

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    this gasket is a very thin steel which is coated with gasket material. did you guys pay $30 bucks? this thing is maybe 1/2 the thickness of a dime:confused:
    skull2007, Dec 20, 2007
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    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Yes and it's a good gasket, works extremely well and holds its shape making it easier to install

    It should be reuseable at least one or two more times.

    I personally would not use any sealer or silicones on the gasket or surface it's not necessary and it will only make a mess you need to clean up after.

    If you don't like to reuse one, go get a new one, yep it's $30 but it works and you won't be chasing leaks.
    hotroadking, Dec 20, 2007
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  4. skull2007

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    well everything looks good got em adjusted ready to put it back together. have a question: what about locktite. about everything on a bike is done with that stuff. do you guys use it? if so, should i clean the threads and blow them out first?
    skull2007, Dec 21, 2007
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    definetly , clean the threads, blow oil out of the holes, brake clean them and use blue locktite on them .
    duke76, Dec 21, 2007
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    carefull with the brake clean it can mar your chrome
    ironhorse, Dec 21, 2007
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    another question

    what about those tower gaskets. seem to missing one.:eek: only purpose they appear to serve is as a dampener. any ideas?
    skull2007, Dec 22, 2007
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