Issues installing exhaust gaskets
#12
I have tried the flat v and h gaskets in the past and cant not get a leak. I have had really good luck with the Harley tapered crush gasket. I read that it may crush and impede the flow of exhaust thereby decreasing power......I don't know. My motto is Harley Davidson, the best way to turn gas into noise without making any horsepower.
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slodsm (11-21-2018)
#14
I modified an oil seal setting tool to work on exhaust gaskets. I think I bought the entire set of about 10 different sized seal setters from NAPA 20 years ago for about $10.
I didn't measure, but there is a setter that is the same inner diameter of the gasket. I merely trimmed the outside flange of the setter to fit between the exhaust bolts.
Simply set the gasket on the setter and give it a little push into place. It will literally set it in place in 2 seconds without any damage to the gasket.
Harbor Freight probably sells the same set if you looked.
I didn't measure, but there is a setter that is the same inner diameter of the gasket. I merely trimmed the outside flange of the setter to fit between the exhaust bolts.
Simply set the gasket on the setter and give it a little push into place. It will literally set it in place in 2 seconds without any damage to the gasket.
Harbor Freight probably sells the same set if you looked.
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#15
OK, I checked at Harbor Freight, pretty much identical set for $20.
https://www.harborfreight.com/18-pie...kit-35555.html
https://www.harborfreight.com/18-pie...kit-35555.html
#17
Do yourself a favor and get some Permatex copper gasket sealant. Ask me how I know, LOL. Lightly coat each side of the gasket with it. It is called for in the factory service manual for my model. I couldn't get a leak free seal without using it. Incidentally I have V&H and I used the flat Screamin' Eagle gaskets also.
#20
That gasket tool looks pretty handy and would also make the job faster and easier I bet.