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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 02:35 PM
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Which Gorila glue should i use?



or the new fangled tape?




yes, i know this is a joke.
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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 03:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Stangkiller
Which Gorila glue should i use?



or the new fangled tape?




yes, i know this is a joke.
Just look for the bottle that says "Headgaskets" under uses.

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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 04:32 PM
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I used silly putty to help keep my gaskets attached to the block. As an added bonus, I can read the comics next time I tear down my motor.
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I use newspapers instead of head gaskets. Works like a champ
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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by EnglandGreen
I use newspapers instead of head gaskets. Works like a champ
gotta try latex, really takes the shape of all the contours of warped heads well...
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Old Aug 4, 2006 | 04:57 PM
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Originally Posted by undertaker
gotta try latex, really takes the shape of all the contours of warped heads well...
And doubles are a prophylactic against detonation...
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Old Aug 5, 2006 | 02:25 AM
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Are you guys talking about your art class?
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I used silly putty to help keep my gaskets attached to the block. As an added bonus, I can read the comics next time I tear down my motor.
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Old Aug 5, 2006 | 09:43 AM
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Come on guys, Everyone know "Duct Tape" is the #1 supplier of NASCAR. Its the best and available in color match.

Phil
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