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Post by dono on Jan 8, 2018 17:53:19 GMT 1
Hi All, I have just refurbished my clutch cover including having the clear window mod and a very time consuming new paint job.. which I am really pleased with and also really pleased I didn’t take that as a profession as it’s harder and requires more patience than a saint..  I purchased all the parts before I started the job and in a moment of madness I bought an Athena gasket from Yambits rather than a genuine Yamaha gasket which I now wish I had bought.. my question is I have some bike instant gasket (Granville) which I bought from norbo and I’m wondering should I use it along with the Athena gasket or not? Please let me know what you guys think.. Thanks Dono |
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Post by dave1963 on Jan 8, 2018 18:06:16 GMT 1
Athena gaskets are ok i have had no problems with them
should not need sealer i don't use any
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Post by dusty350 on Jan 8, 2018 21:29:41 GMT 1
I agree with Dave. Although I've only ever used Yamaha gaskets, I understand the Athena gaskets are a decent alternative. It wont hurt to use some clear silicon gasket on it. A thin smear each side of the gasket will suffice  Dusty  |
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Post by rigga on Jan 8, 2018 21:34:54 GMT 1
I put a very thin smear of grease on mine, aids removal when inevitably covers need removal, still seals OK.
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Post by kostas on Jan 8, 2018 21:50:49 GMT 1
Last time I went for black high temp permatex rtv. A good wipe off before it sets and becomes invisible.
I would not trust that two 35 year old engine cases will mate perfectly with a 35 year old clutch case.
Kostas
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Post by wallcraft on Jan 9, 2018 0:04:26 GMT 1
I put a very thin smear of grease on mine, aids removal when inevitably covers need removal, still seals OK. +1 or oil. |
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Post by bare on Jan 9, 2018 5:23:50 GMT 1
+2 oil or light grease.
Prevents having to use a chisel to scrape the stuck on gasket off.. the "next Time"
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Post by sbscnor on Jan 9, 2018 9:37:07 GMT 1
I put a very thin smear of grease on mine, aids removal when inevitably covers need removal, still seals OK. Me to never had a problem cleaning of old gaskets |
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Post by Shytalk on Jan 9, 2018 9:44:22 GMT 1
I put a very thin smear of grease on mine, aids removal when inevitably covers need removal, still seals OK. Me to never had a problem cleaning of old gaskets Ditto the grease, avoid silicone unless you have to due to the problems you get removing and cleaning afterwards. |
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Post by dono on Jan 10, 2018 21:14:16 GMT 1
Thanks guys, a few different options then eek 😬
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Post by bare on Jan 11, 2018 1:25:28 GMT 1
Options.. Where? Lube it and fit it.
No options in that.
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Post by earthman on Jan 11, 2018 8:33:56 GMT 1
Options.. Where? Lube it and fit it. No options in that. Options on which substance to use I guess. I've heard old school mechanics say that you should never add instant gasket etc to a preformed/already made gasket. Personally I'd use a thin layer of grease. |
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Post by bazzer5115 on Jan 11, 2018 9:40:42 GMT 1
I quess different opinions on this are based on the various conditions of the mating surfaces,remember the"right" way may be the answer on new jointing surfaces but remember we are taking about some jointing faces that have perhaps had old gasket removed in various ways over the many years not always correctly.
I have used a little grease before to save hassle the next time it comes apart only to find the gasket slipped away a little between bolt holes this is particularly true on base gaskets so I never grease them,infact I always used a little threebond there.
Sometimes the gasket needs a little help due to damage to mating surface over the years.
The choice is yours depending on this I find.
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