[AJD] JD A Head gasket question

[Louis Spiegelberg]

Chris,

I always use copper coat.  The crimp around the cylinder holes goes towards
the head. Remember to retorque after the engine is brought to operating
temperature.  It is best to retorque while the engine is warm.

Lou

-----Original Message-----
From: antique-johndeere-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com
[mailto:antique-johndeere-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com] On Behalf Of
Chris C
Sent: Tuesday, April 17, 2007 10:45 PM
To: ATIS LIST
Subject: [AJD] JD A Head gasket question


In anticipation of soon having a stuck 1950 ANHC to
work on,  I have begun replacing the block on my 1950
A.  (I am ready to slide the pistons in and
re-assemble)

   On a caterpillar board that I frequent,  there was discussion of using an
Aircraft Grade Permatex on the head gaskets to ensure a good seal.
Apparently the old Cat's are similar to old Deere's as far as getting head
gaskets to seal right.  Has anyone heard of doing this?  I have alwaye been
told not to use a sealer on a head gasket.

    Also,  Does the metal side of the head gasket go
twords the head?  Usually the are marked but I guess
Felpro decided not to mark this one.

              Chris



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