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RTV Gasket Maker — How to avoid common gasketing mistakes
How to use RTV gasket maker RTV gasket maker products are available in many variations, from products for high temperature applications to products that can be applied and the vehicle put back into service after just 1-minute. So choose the material based on its use and how long you’re willing to wait for the product to cure before you can install new fluids. For engine applications like valve covers, oil pans, etc., make sure you buy an RTV product rated for high-temperatures. The RTV bead application instructions show here are … Read More
How to use RTV gasket maker
Learn how to use RTV gasket maker and avoid these common mistakes Many vehicles no longer come with cut or silicone formed gaskets. Instead they were built using room temperature vulcanizing RTV gasket maker. When it’s time to replace an RTV gasket, surface preparation and the right application method is critical to duplicating the factory seal. I’ll go over the cleaning and application requirements for how to use RTV gasket maker and wind up with a good result. Surface preparation is critical RTV doesn’t stick to cured RTV so removing … Read More