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Davidbolam
3rd February 2013, 10:11 AM
Just befor I refit the thermostat to my car...... Do I need to wet the gasket before fitting it to ensure its flexible? I have only ever used rubber ones before.

Thanks

David
will_08
3rd February 2013, 11:25 AM
I generally smear a thin coat of general purpose grease on card gaskets,
flyerncle
3rd February 2013, 05:26 PM
Blue Hylomar,used it for years no probs.
The V8 Files
3rd February 2013, 08:03 PM
Blue Hylomar,used it for years no probs.

Yep me too!
robo
3rd February 2013, 08:38 PM
Blue Hylomar,used it for years no probs.

Ditto, non setting workshop must have.

Bob:)
flyerncle
3rd February 2013, 09:25 PM
Good enough for Rolls Royce.........:rolleyes: