Clutch / generator cover gaskets

[lazymanc]

K3 pointy - do you need to put any kind of sealant on these paper/metal gaskets or do they just fit straight over the dowels and whack the cover on?

Haynes doesn't mention any sealant but I thought I'd ask.

[flymo]

Originally Posted by lazymanc

K3 pointy - do you need to put any kind of sealant on these paper/metal gaskets or do they just fit straight over the dowels and whack the cover on?

Haynes doesn't mention any sealant but I thought I'd ask.

No sealant, just get the existing surfaces nice and clean before you refit with new gaskets.

I use a small peice of green pan cleaning pads from the kitchen, works perfectly to clean the mating surfaces.

[lazymanc]

Originally Posted by flymo

No sealant, just get the existing surfaces nice and clean before you refit with new gaskets.

I use a small peice of green pan cleaning pads from the kitchen, works perfectly to clean the mating surfaces.

Ok, and how about the o-ring seals for the coolant channels to the water pump? That says use suzuki bond - what's a good (cheapish) alternative?

[flymo]

Originally Posted by lazymanc

Ok, and how about the o-ring seals for the coolant channels to the water pump? That says use suzuki bond - what's a good (cheapish) alternative?

If the O rings are in good condition I wouldnt bother, I didnt last time I replaced gaskets. A smear of vaseline should ensure they get a good seal to start with.

Originally Posted by lazymanc

Ok, and how about the o-ring seals for the coolant channels to the water pump? That says use suzuki bond - what's a good (cheapish) alternative?

RTV Silicone stuff never goes a miss..

[lazymanc]

Ok cool, cheers guys.

Finally got my engine back in the frame, bit confusing trying to work out where all the pipes and wires go but I'm getting there with a combination of haynes / microfiche and a process of elimination