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    Gasket question

    I understand that the cylinder gasket does not need to have sealant. What about all the other gaskets? I am replacing all top and bottom end gaskets. Thanks!

    #2
    Basically, no sealant on anything other than the crankcase halfs. The service manual will lead you.
    Ed

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      #3
      Some folks like to put grease, or anti-seize or something on the gasket to prevent it sticking if you need to open up that gasket again.
      I guess it depends on your odds of going in again.
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        #4
        ok. Thanks guys

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          #5
          i'm one of the guys that puts anti-seize on gaskets that may need to be removed soon - but thats also cos i'm inclined to take things apart rather often
          it also depends on the gaskets you use, some are made of good enough material that wont bake-on anytime soon so you dont need any greasing on those
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            #6
            If you read the SUZUKI shop manual, on most models they will say to put a dab of sealer on a gasket that lands on the case mating surface. For instance, the clutch cover gasket on a 16 valve 750 or 1100. I next to never do it & the motors I build do NOT leak. If you don't have a shop manual for your model bike, I HIGHLY recommend you get one. I like the FACTORY Suzuki manuals the best but to each their own. I also like factory Suzuki gaskets the best for STOCK rebuilds. Ray.

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