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Old 01-06-2022, 07:30 PM   #482
Dave in MN
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Default Re: The Terry Burtz 5 main bearing engine blocks are back on track.

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Originally Posted by denniskliesen View Post
The leak I’ve experienced usually in a similar situation was around of from the threads. I’ve never seen brand name, what was called a Dowty washer. They might differ from what is available here. The conversation I’ve had with Terry was his concern that original Model A engines did not have washers under the nuts. We do what we have to stop the leaks.
Hi Dennis,
When I assembled my Burtz kit last year, I used Permatex Right-Stuff to seal the studs. I worked some into the hole of the block and then inserted the stud. Some of the sealant came out with the stud and when the nut was installed, the sealant sealed the threads and the area between the block and the nut. This method resulted in no leaks and not much work to accomplish. Once the Right Stuff sets up, it is not going to leak.
I agree with you: "We do what we have to (to) stop leaks".

Good Day!
Dave
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