daddyOjoe

Can anybody tell me if your average RTV is fuel proof?

Kaos Rulz

I've used RTV for wing saddles and engine gaskets with up to 25% nitro with no ill effects. I'd say it's fuel proof.

stuffer

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alot of rtv will soften up when exposed to glow fuel. Not all are made the same. I thought that the stuff that smelled like vinegar was the correct stuff but it softened up too. I believe the silicone based ( if that makes any sense) ones are the right ones.

Tattoo

I've been using the Red high temp Loctite brand (called Ultra Copper) as thread lock and gasket replacment on engines for years...it's as fuel proof as it gets

stuffer

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As I have heard from the field, the copper kinds are the best to use. I haven't heard of any probs due to their use.

Stick Jammer

Ditto on the high-temp red, it is not affected by glow fuel.

rc-sport

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I thought I read somewhere that the ammonia fumes that vent off the RTV as it cures can cause corrosion on electrical connections. ANyone else read this?

RCPAUL

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I think true RTV was developed for the electrical manufacturing industry and is safe to use around electrical components. Most people referring to RTV really mean slicone sealer.

I've used silicone sealer from the home stores - the stuff that says 100% silicone is plenty fule proof.

RCPAUL

Woodpile

I used it to fill and seal all the butt connectors on my boat electrical wiring. Fill the butt connector with the goop, push the wires in and crimp. It seals all moisture out, and ensoures a good connection. I've never had a problem with any wiring and it still tests impedence well. Definately not bad for electrical components

Ed

Rodney

Yes, the RTV that has the vinegary smell is very corrosive, especially to electrical components. There is a silicon sealant that is made for electical use though, just be sure of which one you are getting. The average kind you pick up at the local hardware store is corrosive.

P-51B

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I have used the high temperature red to seal muffler/engine gaps with no ill effects from the fuel.