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Best Way To Clean Block Prior To Headgasket?

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Old 09-12-2007, 11:06 PM
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Copper sealant is something I have always done. Works well for me but never knew how many others did it.
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Old 09-12-2007, 11:10 PM
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ya cometic said to do it so i did and works great.
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Originally Posted by 99globalwarmer
i did something similar to my block when i switched to the mls head gasket i spread a very thin layer of ultra copper sealant across the deck and it held 65 lbs boost the first heat cycle and then i retorqued and brought the boost up.but yes it looks really good maybe spread a little ultra copper and wham your set.
Are you referring to the RTV silicone"ultra copper"?
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Old 09-12-2007, 11:24 PM
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You can also run a tap down in the head bolt holes to clean them out.
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Old 09-12-2007, 11:29 PM
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Just make sure it's the right one!!!
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