Using the Wrong Gasket Sealant

If you use RTV you can create some real problems

Kent will illustrate (with a very good example) why you should not use RTV (silicone gasket maker) on sealing surfaces that are exposed to the inside of an engine. From his old days of working on aircraft he will show you the best sealant to use on gaskets.  

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Problem & Solution

Common among these chassis:

Classic Sedans
Ponton
R107
W108 W109
W110 W111 W112 Sedan
W111 W112 Coupe
W113
W114
W115
W116
W123
W124
W126
R129
W140
W201
W202
W208
W210
W211
W220

In his "quick tip" video series Kent Bergsma shares short automotive maintenance tips and tricks that you may find helpful when repairing your own car. Each tip is one to two minutes in length, covers only one specific topic, and is geared for the do-it-yourself home mechanic. Using these tips can help protect you AND your car, and possibly save you hundreds of dollars $$$. 

Check out all his videos in this Quick Tip series by watching the full play list highlighted on the home page of this channel or by going to this link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kyizX5hNio&list=PLtRKk64pu2wqSt3egtiV2zacFs5YX7VuY