re assembly 1980 kz1000

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re assembly 1980 kz1000

03 Aug 2014 00:31

I have been trying to re assemble engine and had placed the base gasket in position. Now the gasket has been soaked in oil but no pressure applied,can i still use this gasket? Not torn or misshapen ,just oily. Thoughts?

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03 Aug 2014 00:42

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I would replace it. Make sure all contact areas are oil free when you do it again

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03 Aug 2014 00:50

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WTF up @ 3:30 on sun morn...something got to give!

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03 Aug 2014 05:49

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Oil soaked gaskets are your friend. Go ahead and use it. I spray all gaskets with WD 40 before I put them on. Makes them easier to get off.

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Re: re assembly 1980 kz1000

03 Aug 2014 06:10 - 03 Aug 2014 06:16

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Thanks but if I don't have to take it off again,i'm happy.I agree it should be OK since it was not molested. It should be noted that I don't molest gaskets, lately.....mostly...........usually sometimes....

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