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Oh oh - I think I have an extra gasket

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Rickinduncan, May 1, 2011.

  1. Rickinduncan

    Rickinduncan Member

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    I was cleaning up my workbench today and found a round 5 inch by 1/8 inch rubber o ring gasket. Over the last couple of months, I've : examined the rear brake shoe, inspected the alternator brushes, adjusted the valves which meant I removed the ignition cover. Neither of these last two places have a gasket in them, although they are close to being 5 inches round. but I didn't see any place for a gasket to live in those areas. Any suggestions before I start working backwards on my Goldwing and truck?
    thanks, Rick
     
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    mlew Well-Known Member

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    If there are no leaks put if on the shelf and save it for later. Gasket sets have extras included that may or may not be needed.
     
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    Yeah, except I didn't buy any gasket set and I hate to have an extra piece of the puzzle - and even then, I'm not sure which puzzle this piece came from ! The haynes book suggests putting on some rtv joint sealant on the alternator, so I'm assuming it didn't come from there.
     
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    Sounds about the size of the O-ring on the Oil Filter Housing if you planned on an oil change...
     
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    yeah, that is what i was thinking too. I had mine off last night and almost forgot to put it back on too!
     
    mrtim123, May 2, 2011
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