What type/ brand does everyone use?

I noticed the motor in the race shop last night was being assembled with RTV blue. I always use RTV red high temp. I've used the high temp.copper in certain applications too!

Just perked my curiousity. I also usually but Locktite brand. (bought out permatex)


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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

Bob ....This is the only stuff I use in all my rod & race cars. I have been using this product for over 10 years.... and will hold up to over 6000 hp in our motors.

Valco has simplified your purchase decision with one premium-grade RTV silicone that does it all. Now there’s no need to have a complicated assortment of specialized RTV sealants for every engine-sealing job.

Choose from five colors including aluminum, blue, black, clear and red. Every color performs at high temperatures, has low volatility and is oxygen-sensor safe. All-In-One Silicone stands up to any automotive application where RTV silicone is used.


http://www.valcocinconsumerprod.com/All-In-One%20Silicone.htm
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"Big Al" Liebmann
"Righty Tidy..Lefty Loosey"

Charter Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Technical Advisor - Barris/Kind Chrysler City Coup'e Kustom

Al, sounds like good stuff. Who carries it? How much for a tube?
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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

Bob, we handle Valco products. I'll check with their sales rep and get it up on the site ASAP.
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Dick Z

When I had the intake manifold off,instead of a front and rear gasket, they had used a thick bead of silicone. Is this common practice? It seemed to work well.
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Mike J
Unchartered DSRA Member
If it ain't broke, fix it anyway...

Mike alot of guys are going that route now days! I've been do it that way myself for a couple of years now! Alot of guys that tear into motors every week or so use it save alittle money on gaskets!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member

I always use Felpro gaskets. Their intake sets come with the end pieces in every set. The end gaskets have a sticky coating on them, just pull off the tear off and place them. Works good. Have done it with the end gaskets and done it with the silicone sealer. About the same results, but I prefer to do it with using the end pieces. Saves on sealer and what can you do the the ends if you don't use them ?
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Same Wife, Same DEUCE Roadster, Same Job for over 20 years. Must be in a rut. AIN'T LIFE GRAND.....

Roger Decker, when building my new motor, told me he used silicone sealant on the front and rear ends of the intake. I have experienced small oil leaks with cork and neoprene gaskets. Don't know how common the practice.
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Dick Z

I bought some gaskets bulk for sbc and they don't have the end pieces! So I use silicon when I can! Just had better luck!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member

If you buy a new intake From Edelbrock and others, they recomend that you use silicone for the ends.
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Digger
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DSRA Member

I threw it away yesterday, now I have to go buy one

If you can't beat em, arrange to have them beaten.

Wow! sign me up. I can use 6000 HP. You are a great "pitch man" AL. No kidding, It`s the best.
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member

6000 H.P.? Is that all. I can't use it then, if that's all it's good for. Got anything rated for 6900 H.P.? Also, the 200 MPH tape you sent me isn't holding up. I need something good for 227!
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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

You are confused....That 6000 HP is in the starter. Lay a bead of that stuff accross the thermostat housing and you get the additional 900 hp you were looking for....Geeze,... kids. On the duct tape....use the sticky side down. If it starts to peel, Sheetrock screws will hold the tape in place. I thing I am giving all Force`s secrets away.
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member

So, you wouldn't try nylon tie straps? Sticky side down, eh? I'll have to try that. THanks guys!

O'h yea, can this sealant be used on the intake side of the muffler bearing, where the water restrictor plate mounts in the difusser housing?
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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

Yes, By all means....Use it on that bearing. Just a note...It won`t work if it says "Pertronics" on it. Heard it throught the grape vine.
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member

That stuff worked great on my lefthanded screwdriver!!
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Is it funny yet?

Charter Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association

Thanks Ed, I'll check it out. Hopefully this solves my problem. I think the bearing said ACME on it.
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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

If the bearing had "Acme" on it, use Clearacil, That`ll fix the problem.
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member

ED are you sure your not a writer for ty or some comedian....Johnny
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A GOODGUYS REP

I guess if they can have 100 MPH tape on a race car they can have 6,000 HP Silicone
Bobby
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Keep the shinie side up

Permatex makes an item called "Right Stuff". Only one color, black. Avaliable in an aerosol tube or caulking tube. Best stuff I've ever used, even on making repairs where it's impossible to have a dry surface, this stuff works much better than silicone. Smells bad, kinda pricy (around $10.00), but worth it.
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'32 Ford Tudor

Quick question, is there a shelf life of that stuff? I have a few tubes of both, blue and red, that I've gotten in goodie bags over the years and just don't seem to use it up. Got about 6 tubes of it, still in their little boxes. Stuff still ok to use if it hasn't been opened?
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Your "top-less" cruzn buddy, Denise

Denise;
As long as it will still squeeze out of the tube, it will be ok.
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Digger
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DSRA Member

I threw it away yesterday, now I have to go buy one

If you can't beat em, arrange to have them beaten.

Just used clear silicone on my sink plumbing, only thing that worked!

Denise, give it a squeeze. Is it still squishy? Or, is it hard?
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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

Denise,Give it a squeeze! Squishy? Hard?.....I'm not even gonna touch that one,but I sure hope a few of our resident comedians do!I'm sure I'll enjoy the posts that comment generates! See Ya!!
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Daryle

Now just stop and think before anyone ansewers that question! Because I bet you put your foot in your mouth before you finish the sentence!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member

Let me know when it`s time.
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member

Ok Ed you have the floor!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member

Hey, I may be in my 50`s....But I aint Dreamin here, I may have a court case from the tube squeezers of America if I touch this one. ...lol
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The "New" and Unimproved edcroozer... Charter D.S.R.A. member

A little Viagra may help the squishy or hard question.ROTFLMAO
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Is it funny yet?

Charter Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association

I guess I should leave the cap off since I do like things hard. But on the other hand, for this application maybe I need it squishy? Hard? Squishy? Hard? Squishy? Decisions, decisions. Oh my, what's a girl to do.....? :))
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Your "top-less" cruzn buddy, Denise

Someone pass the blue pills PLEASE!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member

You don't really need one.....do you?????
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Your "top-less" cruzn buddy, Denise

Denise,
It's appearent that you need to examine the hole you'll be filling as to whether you need a hard one or a squishy one. If it's too soft, it might slide right out. A little preparation prior to insertion may ease the installation.
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MrWillys aka HRB
Member: Dipstick Street Rod Association
Paint don't make 'em any faster!

No, I don't need it but I sure do like those little blue M&M's!LOL But on 2nd thought it's been 2 1/2 yrs. since my divorce I mite!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member

I've got a stash of M&M here at the house. I can pick out all the blue ones for you, if you think it might help. :)

BTW: 2 1/2 years is way too long, you need to make it out of the garage every now and then. LOL
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Your "top-less" cruzn buddy, Denise

Thank God for remote control!
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Mike,Charter DRSA Member