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Gunter
19-09-2005, 11:57 AM
Hi Guys,
I need to replace my thermostat since it does not open in boiling water. I would like to know if I need to apply any liquid gasket on the rubber seal. And if I do, what type? Do you have any recommendations?

Thanking you in advance for your help.

Regards,

John
bennjamin
19-09-2005, 02:07 PM
try "loctite" brand blue sealant. OR maybe honda-bond (grey stuff ?)
Gunter
19-09-2005, 02:41 PM
Ok, they are water based right?
bennjamin
19-09-2005, 02:44 PM
Ok, they are water based right?

they are silicon based i believe. Coolant shouldnt wear it down at all.
Gunter
19-09-2005, 03:03 PM
Excellent, thanks.
THE_MASS
19-09-2005, 07:22 PM
i changed my thermostat not to long ago and just used the gasket that was on it. that did the job.
although would be good to get extra sealent!:D
ECU-MAN
19-09-2005, 10:22 PM
make sure you use sensor safe sealant.
Weq
20-09-2005, 05:31 PM
u dont need any seleant. the therostat comes with its own gasket.
bennjamin
20-09-2005, 05:39 PM
taken from my DIY...

http://www.ozhonda.com/gallery/data/500/79131.jpg

Refer to this link for help...

DIY thermostat change (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16767)
Gunter
20-09-2005, 11:14 PM
Many thanks Ben. When I took the thing out i thought i saw some plastic crap left behind. it probably just aged rubber. Thanks for the DIY stuff as well.