Substitute Yamabond for paper gaskets?

BrianK · Aug 6, 2007

Anyone done this, or know if it can be done? In my case specifically, I need to replace a paper gasket from under the rocker spindle plate. It'll take me a while before I can get one, was thinking hoping I could just use good old grey Yamabond, but invite your thoughts. Thanks - BrianK

BrianK · Aug 7, 2007

Well, I'm trying it on the rocker spindle plate. Will report results! - BrianK

cash · Aug 7, 2007

Brian,
Make sure you don't block the oil feed.

Cash

BrianK · Aug 7, 2007

Thanks Cash. I'm letting the Yamabond cure overnight - I'll start it up when I get home tonight. If I have no pressure to the gauge I'll know that notwithtstanding my efforts to avoid blocking the feed hole, the danged stuff covered it. But I'm hopeful.

BrianK · Aug 7, 2007

Success! It seems to have worked. No leaks, and the oil pressure gauge I installed is working. I'll keep an eye on it, but first indications are good. - BrianK

Substitute Yamabond for paper gaskets?

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