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12-16-2014, 03:22 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2014
Location: Sacramento, CA
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To Goop Freeze Plugs Or Not To Goop?
So I have read articles saying do not put anything on freeze plugs when you install them and I have seen articles saying put RTV or some sort of gasket or calking material on them to ensure a good seal. Same goes for YouTube videos, some swing one way others the opposite.
I know this much, I installed my first steel freeze plug dry and it leaked. So I reinstalled the same style steel plug with some copper RTV gasket goop and it does not leak. So what do you all say/recommend? |
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12-16-2014, 03:57 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Orlando Florida
Posts: 1,598
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Re: To Goop Freeze Plugs Or Not To Goop?
I use RTV or shellac. I also use brass plugs not steel.
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12-16-2014, 04:17 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Posts: 727
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Re: To Goop Freeze Plugs Or Not To Goop?
I installed steel dry with no issues.
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12-16-2014, 08:22 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Lubbock, TX
Posts: 2,047
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Re: To Goop Freeze Plugs Or Not To Goop?
Brass with shellac, no leaks, no rust-outs.
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12-16-2014, 08:59 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Louisiana
Posts: 711
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Re: To Goop Freeze Plugs Or Not To Goop?
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I use brass plugs and Permatex aviation sealer in a brush top can. |
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