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Old 07-12-2007 | 12:19 AM
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Default RE: Gasket material Question..

A word of caution about autopart gasket material: I picked up some 1/32" thick rubber/ silicone material from Napa which was the thinnest gauge that they carried, but was about 3-4 times thicker than what the engine mfr. supplied. Thought that thicker would be better, WRONG ! I cinched the muffler down well, used threadlocker and a lockwasher, but after a few flights the gasket had compressed, the bolts came loose, lost my pressure, and a very expensive aircraft.

I've been using plastic playing cards for a number of years with no problems.

Hope this helps
Joe