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Common Gasket Maker Mistakes

Lesson 1: Common Myths and Misconceptions

Lesson 2: Types of Gasket Makers

Lesson 2.1: Black Gasket Makers

Lesson 2.2: Grey Gasket Makers

Lesson 2.3: Red Gasket Makers

Lesson 2.4: Gasket Maker Comparison

Lesson 2.5: Gasketing Summary

Lesson 3: Top Ten Common Mistakes to Avoid

Lesson 3.1: Incomplete or Incorrect surface cleanup and prep.

Lesson 3.2: Failure to check for warpage or damage

Lesson 3.3: Using the wrong type of gasket maker for your application.

Lesson 3.4: Applying too much gasket maker or flange sealant.

Lesson 3.5: Using an RTV or anaerobic gasket maker on an application that is exposed to gasoline.

Lesson 3.6: Not allowing the full cure time before returning to service

Lesson 3.7: Trying to fill a large gap with an anaerobic gasket maker.

Lesson 3.8: Waiting for the gasket maker to partially dry before reassembling.

Lesson 3.9: 9. Using a gasket maker as a dressing on a conventional gasket.

Lesson 3.10: Incorrect reassembly.

Lesson 4: Proper Application and Best Practices

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Question 1 of 10

1. Question

What Permatex Gasket Maker is best suited for high heat applications?

Grey
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Yellow
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Red
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Black
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Question 2 of 10

2. Question

An RTV or anerobic gasket maker is ok to use on applications that are exposed to gasoline?

True
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False
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Question 3 of 10

3. Question

When applying gasket makers…

More is always better
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One continuous, even bead is best
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Make sure to cover the bolt holes
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Question 4 of 10

4. Question

Anerobic Gasket makers are best for filling what size gaps?

5-10 thousandths on an inch
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15-20 thousandths on an inch
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25-30 thousandths on an inch
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35-40 thousandths on an inch
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Question 5 of 10

5. Question

Which of the following are the correct steps in proper reassembly when using an RTV gasket maker? (select all that apply)

Apply a continuous bead of silicone gasket maker to one mating surface.
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Assemble parts and finger tighten all bolts ensuring contact is established while the silicone gasket maker is still wet.
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Let the silicone gasket maker set for 1 hour, then torque all fasteners to proper values dictated by the vehicle service manual.
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After 24 hours of cure time, fill all necessary fluids and return the vehicle to service.
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Question 6 of 10

6. Question

Which of the following should a gasket maker NEVER be used to replace?

Valve Cover
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Oil Pans
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Exhaust Manifold
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Head Gasket
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Question 7 of 10

7. Question

You should wait for your gasket maker to partially dry before reassembly?

True
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Question 8 of 10

8. Question

Why is complete and correct surface prep an important step to applying gasket makers? (select all that apply)

Failure to clean off old gasket or gasket making materials may result in the mating surfaces being assembled in an uneven alignment.
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Incomplete surface prep can compromise the seal and the operation of the assembly.
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Complete surface prep allows the new gasket maker to slip off easily
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Question 9 of 10

9. Question

Which Permatex gasket maker allows immediate return to service?

Ultra
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Optimum
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The Right Stuff
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Extreme
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Question 10 of 10

10. Question

What should be used as a dressing if you are installing a conventional gasket?

Gasket Maker
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Thread Locker
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Gasket Sealant
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Epoxy
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