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roddy · 04-02-2013, 10:53 PM

I've found that silicone (RTV) of some types can be unreliable when using it on a thin piece of sheet metal. Gaskets can be better, but for the inexperienced, can also lead to problems. If a piece like this is over torqued when using a gasket, it will end up getting warped, or cupped at the bolt holes. One of the best sealants is this stuff...http://www.magicracing.com/ThreeBond...1104_p_84.html I've been using it on bikes, cars, and ATVs for years. It's good stuff. Most motorcycle shops will have it in stock, and swear by it.

04-02-2013, 10:53 PM	#192
roddy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Drives: '13 Ultramarine Location: Ontario Canada Posts: 2,243 Thanks: 1,476 Thanked 1,165 Times in 685 Posts Mentioned: 15 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I've found that silicone (RTV) of some types can be unreliable when using it on a thin piece of sheet metal. Gaskets can be better, but for the inexperienced, can also lead to problems. If a piece like this is over torqued when using a gasket, it will end up getting warped, or cupped at the bolt holes. One of the best sealants is this stuff...http://www.magicracing.com/ThreeBond...1104_p_84.html I've been using it on bikes, cars, and ATVs for years. It's good stuff. Most motorcycle shops will have it in stock, and swear by it. __________________ no man with a good car needs to be justified...