At 10:04 AM 4/23/01 -0700, Bob Kiger wrote:
>I did some research calls this AM and heard that if I really want to seal
>up my chronically leaking valve gaskets then I have two choices.
>
>Cheapest: Stamped steel (tin) covers with Dr. G. lock down levers and
>composite gasket
>
>Best: Aluminum covers with composite gaskets
>
>I asked why aluminum was better. The store's tech said that it was because
>they are constructed of thicker material around the edge where the bolts
>torque the cover down.
>
>Sadly, aluminum cost nearly 3 times as much as steel, but after all the
>smoke and tears I've seen I am inclined to over engineer this solution.
>
>My thanks to all on the list who led me toward this knowledge.
>Bob
I have followed this thread with interest, as I am getting
prepared for the same job on my truck ('87 Ford 460).
I *was* going to use the Permatex product that comes in a "cheese
whiz" type can- it claims it is guaranteed not to leak (?)
________
Chris Bryant
Bryant RV Services
DeLand, Florida
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