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Gasket sealer for base and head gaskets ?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by joejr2, Dec 2, 2018.

  1. joejr2

    joejr2 Active Member Premium Member

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    I torqued down the acorn nuts on the head after installing the jugs and head on new base/ head gaskets
    to the specified torque setting of 23.1 ft lbs. In The Haynes manual, I didn't read anywhere to use sealer.
    But later when I viewed several old posts on this forum, several guys mentioned using copper spray on those
    gaskets. Will base/head gaskets fail if installed bare without copper spray?
     
    joejr2, Dec 2, 2018
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    a100man Well-Known Member

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    Nope. I like to use a smear of oil on paper/fibre gaskets. Don't think you need anything on the head gasket though.
     
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    jayrodoh YimYam Premium Member

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    +1 you’re good on the head gasket. Copper spray is okay if you are attempting to reuse one but new it goes on dry.
     
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