base gasket help

[kawishaul]

I have a Ocean pro cylinder and the included base gasket is plastic. Should I put some sealant on the gasket? Or can I run the base gasket that came for Wiseco? I was told I had to run the base gasket maybe for squish. plastic or poly gasket 1.6mm wiseco .5mm
I guess this would change port timing also. I need help fast!!! Thomas

 

[madscientist]

the poly gaskets came in several sizes for squish and port timing adjustment

 

[SJ Thumpa]

I just took my engine apart that had one of those gaskets on it. It did not have any sealant. Whoever advised you to use it probably did so for good reason. My pay to double check with a reputable builder.

 

[kawishaul]

I measured the ocean pro cylinder and the stock the ocean pro was about the gasket thickness difference shorter. thanks

 

[kawishaul]

I did a leak down test and have a leak between the base gasket and jugs what sealant should i use? leak down was 7.5 lbs after 10min and 9 psi to start.

 

[Pro-pulsion]

I've had good luck with OMC GelSeal. It stays soft until under torque then it cures...good stuff.

 

[Watcon]

The best sealant.

1211 is the best for base gaskets, crankcases, leaky carb bolts, etc. It was used by Kawasaki & Polaris as the OEM crankcase sealant for many years until the price got too high. Quality is priceless!
http://www.watcon.com/Catalog_Pages/Liquid_Gasket.htm

Thanks,
Randy

 

[kawishaul]

Does anyone know where to get gaskets made of this material? I need a thicker gasket greater than .060".

 

[kawishaul]

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