> nobody seems to use gasket adhesive
False. For exhaust manifolds, I use copperkote or some variant
thereof. Also use this in turbo assembly. I don't like RTV in this
application.
There's a specific application on the ALFA Spica-injected engines (and,
apparently, a similar one on VW engines) where is important to have a
*very* high tack adhesive to hold a cover plate in place while the
bolts are inserted (on the Spica, it covers the small separate oil
filter for the injection pump). For this I use a product that I no
longer can name, but is colloquially known as "virgin's blood" for it's
distinctive color. It may just be called "high tack".
For authentic installation of paper or cork gaskets, I will use
Aviation Permatex. I used to use Wellseal, but I think this stuff is
lots better.
In general, though, I am more and more fond of "The Right Stuff". Most
especially for valve covers!
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