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Old Aug 14, 2014 | 03:16 PM
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Should I use permatex copper spray on the base and/or head gaskets?
1989 EVO Got it disassembled and just about ready to re-assemble.
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Old Aug 14, 2014 | 04:01 PM
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I didn't when I rebuilt mine in February and everything is fine.
I used Cometic gaskets though.
 
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Old Aug 14, 2014 | 07:05 PM
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I wouldn't put ANYTHING on the head gaskets that may give them an uneven surface, but the base gaskets? It can't hurt anything at all... can only help.
 
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Old Aug 15, 2014 | 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by hdHuck
Should I use permatex copper spray on the base and/or head gaskets?
1989 EVO Got it disassembled and just about ready to re-assemble.
Help!
Permatex gasket sealer is great stuff to use on paper gaskets to almost ensure against leaks , the problem is getting the treated gasket off again if you do a future repair . The product is super sticky and a chemical softener is usually needed to remove it and the old gasket .
DO NOT apply anything to the two cyl./head gaskets !!!
 
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OK thank you....
 
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