Re: [HSS] 27 Gasket Question

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High temp engine paint is probably better, but any type is okay really. A

spray can of paint is easier, and gives a more even coverage, without

inducing runs around the holes. The metal flakes in the paint fill any

imperfections in the gasket, head, and block surfaces.

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From: "okgat" <okgat@hughes.net>

To: <HudsonSuperSix16-29@yahoogroups.com>

Sent: Monday, April 09, 2007 8:02 AM

Subject: [HSS] 27 Gasket Question





> Hi Geoff,

>

> Thank you for the information on my 27 Head gasket. I asked Geoff a

> question regarding a recent post regarding the head gaskets I

> uploaded to "Files". Here was his response, which I think novices

> like me would appreciate knowing:

>

> Regarding the extra gasket I was told was a '27, Geoff wrote:

> "Okay, the gasket is for a 1916 to 1926 Side Valve Super six."

>

> Regarding the fitup of the washers I installed, Geoff wrote:

>

> "The brass washers will be fine like they are, the head will locate

> them..."

>

> Regarding the small tear in the '27 head gasket, he wrote:

> "...and you will have no problems with that slight tear in the

> gasket, as it is a position where there is no danger of leakage of

> water or compression. Give the gasket a good coat of aluminium

> paint before you install it, and let it set so that it is semi-hard

> before fitting. Tighten the head bolts to 50 lbs maximum, bring the

> motor up to normal temp and then re-torque the head

> nuts again. best wishes,

> Geoff."

>

> Thank you Geoff.

>

> Question:

>

> 1) Is there any special aluminium paint that I use or just any can of

> aluminium spraya paint will do?

>

> 2) What does the aluminium paint do for the gasket?

>

>

> Thanks again,

>

> Rick Gatling

>

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