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heat exchange gasket question
Hello, I have a 1892 SC, and am about to embark on oil return tube replacement. If I get into a situation and need to remove my heat exchanger(s), can I re-use the existing gaskets, or should I replace them with new? Also, are there any other gaskets needed associated with heat exchanger removal that should be replaced with new?
any input on this would be appreciated thanks, Bill |
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04-17-2008, 08:19 AM
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Hey Bill! Yes, you'd need to replace the HE gaskets and if you removed the muffler, also the muffler/HE gaskets. But, you shouldn't really need to remove the HEs for the job. I've done it with them in place. It is a PITA, but very doable.
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04-17-2008, 08:37 AM
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Agree with Dave- try with them on. Besides if the HE's have never been off before, you run a very real risk of breaking some of the exhaust studs which will be a LOT more work than just taking your time to replace the return tubes with the HE's in place. I assume you're talking about using collapsable return tubes?
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04-17-2008, 09:22 AM
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thanks guys. I'll install my collapseable oil tubes with exchangers on. I am replacing lower valve covers and gaskets; can I do this with the heat excahgers in place?
man, this group is great for a newbie like myself |
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04-17-2008, 10:01 AM
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Yes, you can replace tubes and covers with the HEs on. Tubes will suck but covers will be fairly easy.
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