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oldford 03-31-2011 01:42 PM

Exhaust gaskets that do not stick
 

I'm installing new exhaust gaskets on my 36 engine manifolds and would like to know if there is some type of release agent that i can put on the gaskets to keep them from sticking on the block when I remove the manifolds later. I remove the manifold every winter to install a hot air manifold and it's difficult to scrape all the gasket material that is stuck to the block.

DICK SPADARO 03-31-2011 01:43 PM

Re: Exhaust gaskets that do not stick
 

Never seize works really well, coat both sides and they are usually reusable

Kahuna 03-31-2011 07:02 PM

Re: Exhaust gaskets that do not stick
 

Mac's sells some very nice copper exhaust manifold gaskets that can be reused many times

Jack E/NJ 03-31-2011 07:33 PM

Re: Exhaust gaskets that do not stick
 

Dick Spadaro wrote>>>Never seize works really well>>>

Ditto. A little never-seez goes a long long way.

Jack E/NJ

ken ct 03-31-2011 07:54 PM

Re: Exhaust gaskets that do not stick
 

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kahuna (Post 185242)
Mac's sells some very nice copper exhaust manifold gaskets that can be reused many times

Where did you see these in Mac's catalog,i cant find them?? ken ct.:)

oldford 03-31-2011 08:12 PM

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I can not find anybody that has them. Wish I could. Sounds like a good solution.

jdl 03-31-2011 08:39 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by oldford (Post 185282)
I can not find anybody that has them. Wish I could. Sounds like a good solution.

I found these, looks like they might be a good idea!

http://www.thehotrodcompany.com/shop...ct_id=91013599

Coupe35 04-01-2011 10:15 AM

Re: Exhaust gaskets that do not stick
 

Did ford even use exhaust gaskets?

Henry/Kokomo 04-01-2011 10:17 AM

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I agree with Dick Spadaro and Jack E/NJ. A good, inexpensive and easy answer.

coupe5w36 04-02-2011 05:01 AM

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I've often fitted both cast iron manifolds and headers using good old black automotive silicone in place of a gasket. Never had a problem with removal, & simply scrape the surfaces clean with a razor blade.


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