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Originally Posted by Bobcat
Why use gaskets ????
Bob
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I don't know - to try something different I guess. Also I chimed in on (or maybe started?) a thread on this about 2 months ago and the consensus was to go with copper gaskets. I think ERAChas was about to threaten my standing as an ERA owner if I didn't - or maybe that was about DOT 5 brake fluid issue.
Actually, I've used high-temp silicone on my 66 Corvette and 67 GTX exhaust manifolds without any problems. The Corvette manifolds have been on there for about 16 years now. I actually have exhaust gasket sets hanging on the wall for both but have had no reason to use them. I think there was something about the confined engine compartment, trying to wiggle the individual pipes in place, then trying to wiggle the dang slip joint collectors up on them before I could tighten the bolts - that intimidated me. It seemed easier to just slip a gasket in place and not have to worry about accidently smearing sealent around or it kicking off before I could get everything fitted up and the bolts tightened.