TD5 Coolant Gasket - Re-use with sealant

[5teve]

Hi Guys

Had to remove 3x broken exhaust manifold studs and in the process had to remove the coolant outlet and gasket - nowhere in perth stock this item (LVJ000010), and Rovacraft are closed. Can I reuse the gasket with some sealant in its place? We are doing a 2000+km trip shortly after new year so need it to hold for that..

Any thoughts?

Thanks

Steve

[Rok_Dr]

At a pinch yes, if the gasket is still in reasonable nick, but I'd be keeping a close eye on it during the trip. Just choose sealant/gasket goo appropriate to fluid you are sealing.

I did the same on the jag the other week with an air inlet gasket, when replacing a throttle spindle bush. Used Permtex #3 aviation gasket goo.

Cheers

Steve

[DazzaTD5]

Using sealant is perfectly acceptable, run a file over the face of it to ensure its flat, its often the actual outlet thats failing due to corrosion, so if its in good condition it will be fine.

Regards
Daz