Head Gasket Sealing

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edited November -1 in HUDSON
I was wondering what some of your preferred head gasket sealers are. I've been told to use a light coat of silver enamel sprayed onto the gasket and dried overnight. Just looking for other opinions or advice. I'm re-assembling a '49 262 CI in a Super Six.

Thanks,

Doug

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  • Unknown
    Unknown
    When using a composite gasket no sealer is needed. If the gasket is copper or a steel shim it is common to use spray on copper coat or something like that as a sealer. I have heard of using paint as well but I choose to use copper coat. Flat gasket surfaces are always nice to have as well.
  • Unknown
    Unknown
    I use to use hi temp aluminum paint - installed wet. Never had any problems.
  • Unknown
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    In addition to the aluminum paint, I soak the gasket in water for about 30 minutes before I paint it. The gasket will swell, allowing a little more crush when the head in torqued. I have used this method several times with no problems.
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