View Full Version : best way to remove old gaskets?
BigRedBlair
02-08-2007, 05:38 PM
I have a razor blade and some gasoline going here, but is there a better and easier way? What disolves this stuff quick quick?
TIA
:beer
BigRedBlair
02-08-2007, 08:58 PM
nobody knows a good way to get em off eh
super90
02-08-2007, 09:03 PM
razor blade, or some very high pressured air.
-and try not to scrap too much aluminum off the engine.
scooterroo
02-08-2007, 09:12 PM
hammer and chisle, lol. no seriously though...i usually use a razorblade and be as careful as i can so i dont go scratching the crap out of the surface.
ceaserthethird
02-08-2007, 09:33 PM
Hammer and Chisle ... or the good old Impact Chisle Works Like a Charm :D
Razor Blades work , Spray some PB Blaster on the Gasket ... Work's for me
dufrain
02-08-2007, 09:54 PM
Permatex makes a spray gasket remover ,I think autozone or advance carries it.I have never tried it.
BigRedBlair
02-09-2007, 09:13 AM
thanks I guess it is a slow process. I'll have to get some beers
cheers
scooterroo
02-09-2007, 09:31 AM
there you go, toss back a few molsons and enjoy!!!!
erikb45
02-09-2007, 04:10 PM
get a widget - flay razor with handle any hardware store has them. lets you apply a little force to it with out jammin the fingers for hours.
Rockthunder
02-09-2007, 06:11 PM
I always use a dremel with a soft wire wheel. Works good!
Erics350x
02-09-2007, 11:27 PM
I always use a dremel with a soft wire wheel. Works good!
i secound that. you can use a drill and wire wheel if you dont have a dremel
Dirtcrasher
02-10-2007, 12:06 AM
You need an actual "gasket scraper" Something with a long handle and a sharp chisel like end. That you can gently scrape the gasket off with. I also use a puddy knife that I put a sharpened end on.
There is also a spray can "gasket remover" and it works good, but it may discolor some painted surfaces. Seems to be very similar to oven cleaner - hey , you may want to try that!!
deathman53
02-10-2007, 09:50 PM
I have used lighter fluid, it does a pretty good job, also. I never used a gakset scraper, but a razor blade.
nd4speed
02-10-2007, 09:59 PM
I have used the Permatex Gasket Remove Spray and it works great. It is probably and an acid. It will attack paint instantly and aluminum over time.
Can be found a Autozone.
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