Subject: RE: EX. Leaks
Author: Kevin Graf
Date: Oct 24, 2001, 5:55 AM
Post ID: 1708683058
Thanks Ian, Gary
I do like the idea of the hi-temp silicone, seems like it would "absorb"
some vibration along with sealing. Do you apply it to the threads at all? A
thin coat probably wouldn't hurt.
My stock nuts always backed off. Maybe like Gary said... Worn threads,
although they do look very good considering the abuse they have been through
maybe the pitch "widened" a bit, probably in the head and probably the right
worse than the left. It sounds like the hi temp silicone might just be the
ticket. Maybe I'll try both with silicone, Either way, thanks.
Kev
-----Original Message-----
From: Ian Adkins [mailto:adk-@gte.net]
Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2001 10:57 PM
To: Loopfram-@topica.com
Subject: Re: EX. Leaks
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Kev,
I used high temp Permatex silcone on both my Ambos and have never had a
problem with them backing off. By the way...I have the updated locking nuts
on one bike and the originals on the other. Both stay nice and tight and
don't leak.
Regards....Ian
-----Original Message-----
From: Kevin Graf <kgr-@midwestpension.com>
To: Loopfram-@topica.com <Loopfram-@topica.com>
Date: October 23, 2001 3:38 PM
Subject: EX. Leaks
| Hey, Any tips on keeping the exhaust leaking from the header pipe at the head? I go through gaskets more than toilet paper. I have the "locking header nuts" and the headers are secured with the frame/header clamps. I've tried doubling up on gaskets to no avil. A Ex. gasket will last about 2 weeks with riding 60 miles a day and checking the tightness constantly. Usually the right one will loosen and blow first. ANY suggestions would be helpful. Thanks Kev |
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