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Clarification about muffler gasket (s)
04/20/17 at 18:11:07
There's only one muffler gasket at the header that inserts correct?
The external pipe clamp that actually holds the main pipe to the motor had what appeared to be an old deteriorated gasket type material on it when I took it off. (I should probably clean this area but I haven't found much info about it)
I assume that was a composite material of some type and not a specific gasket that belongs there.
Any info on what I should do before I re-attach the pipe would be appreciated. Thanks.
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Re: Clarification about muffler gasket (s)
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04/20/17 at 18:31:06
The Oooh Fishal gasket is a metal crush washer thing that fits inside the head. The clamp pushes the header in and crush seals the gap. Nothing should be a gasket like you would expect to see between a water pump and block. You may not have gotten it out yet. They are tough and can be reused unless it's damaged.
Don't get strong tightening the thing up. Much better to snug it every few months than bust something off.
1/4" ratchet held thumb on the head, close fingers gently, feel the clamping force,
Antisieze is your friend.
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04/20/17 at 20:03:02
'Anti seize is your friend.' Yep, it sure is. Every time I use it, I end up getting it everywhere. I am a slob, I suppose.
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04/21/17 at 03:38:09
At the place where the header bolts to the head - there is a round gasket that fits into a recess in the head. Once it is installed and the bike is run, the gasket conforms to the shape of the exhaust port and it doesn't fall out, and looks like it is part of the head. It deforms and squishes a bit when first installed, and that causes it to get stuck in the head. This gasket is what the flange on the pipe seats against - the flange with the 2 holes in it should not seat against the head - there should be a small gap.
You should be using anti-sieze on the 2 bolts that hold the pipe to the head - as they can get stuck and that is a big problem. You should also not tighten them too much - I use a 1/4" ratchet and one hand to snug them in place.
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04/21/17 at 14:14:06
Ok thanks for the info. I have a replacement crush gasket but nothing for the clamp which seems normal. Someone definitely made a seal for it in the past though.
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