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Gasket cement or not ?

Wrinkley

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Just done some touching up and need to replace some gaskets...Rocker covers...Alternator housing/cover...Sump.

So, what's the general consensus. Gasket cement or dry ?

2008 sport 2V
 
I hardly use any sealer any more mostly a little grease to help hold in place.

If you decided to use one of the silicone sealers please allow it to air dry or cure before assembly.
Uncured silicone will often squeeze out & get into the oil system & block a passage causing trouble.
 
It depends on which gasket in my opinion. And if you do use silicone or gasket cement I prefer to only apply it to one of the two surfaces and usually that surface is the one that comes off the bike as it is easier to clean up when you have to change the gasket.
Also, use the least amount possible as too much makes a mess inside the motor.
But it depends on what type of gasket and what it is sealing. Often a small amount of grease will do the job AND be easier to remove later.
 
For gaskets that will not be disturbed for some time, I usually apply a very thin coating of clear RTV on both sides. Just enough to change the color of the gasket and no more. Do not let it dry before installation as you want it to adhere but it is easily removed. Sump gaskets come to mind as do timing cover gaskets, and gearbox rear cover and so on. If you have a two valve head, use the old style 1100 gaskets (14023760), they seal better and using grease or hylomar works great.
 
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