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Offline zoo mob

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Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« on: August 03, 2009, 11:52:40 PM »
So an old Honda SOHC guy I know told me about a head gasket trick that supposedly works; find a nylon bungee cord that is of a proper length and diameter to fit around the motor and stuff it between the fins, and ride it, cord melts, seals gasket, and then cut or scrape away the excess. Hs anyone heard of or tried this? I'm at the point where I'm getting a little oil on the pants, but don't want to pull the motor until the season is over. Any thoughts on why this would or would not work?
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #1 on: August 04, 2009, 12:36:22 AM »
I went with the Raul method of rolled up kitchen roll jammed between the fins seems to work ok and inexpensive  ;)
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #2 on: August 04, 2009, 05:51:21 AM »
I haven't heard of that one either, but if it works...it works.  Just remember that when you get your engine apart you'll have to clean the stuff off if you go that route.
I've seen the trick where a short length of appropriately sized cotton rope was tapped between the fins with a screwdriver and mallet, it absorbs quite a bit of oil and is easily replaced.  I'd try that if mine leaked enough.
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #3 on: August 04, 2009, 05:58:57 AM »
I never heard if the technique so can't really comment.  It might work to seal a head gasket, assuming it is the head gasket that is leaking.   Often it is the "pucks" that leak. 

The paper towel method is quick and cheap and easily removed.
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #4 on: August 04, 2009, 10:20:22 AM »
Quote from: mcpuffett on August 04, 2009, 12:36:22 AM
I went with the Raul method of rolled up kitchen roll jammed between the fins seems to work ok and inexpensive  ;)

Is that also known as a paper towel?   Never heard that term before, but that's what I'm thinking of.

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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #5 on: August 04, 2009, 12:14:46 PM »
Ah the beauty of being separated by a common language.....!!!

   U.K.     Kitchen Roll                          =         U.S.     Paper Towel
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #6 on: August 04, 2009, 12:23:28 PM »
you forgot bullocks = balls.  It took me forever to figure that one out.

also what it means to be chuffed, still not sure on that one .lol.

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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #7 on: August 04, 2009, 12:27:56 PM »
Almost forgot the most important one....!
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'Chuffed' = very pleased with oneself....!
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #8 on: August 04, 2009, 12:47:34 PM »
Quote from: Toxic on August 04, 2009, 12:23:28 PM
you forgot bullocks = balls.  It took me forever to figure that one out.

also what it means to be chuffed, still not sure on that one .lol.

Sorry for the hijack, this could go on forever.



Not quite a correct translation but you’re nearly right, “Bollocks” can = balls but can also mean you disagree with something.

“Dogs Bollocks”, is all about being chuffed, I think it’s all based on the fact that dog’s can lick theirs and they seem happy doing it. ;D

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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #9 on: August 04, 2009, 01:05:19 PM »
So we are derailing huh!
How about bonnet = hood
boot = trunk

This could be a WHOLE thread all its own! :D
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« Reply #10 on: August 04, 2009, 04:15:49 PM »
My favorite:  Knackered.  I laugh every time I see that word...
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #11 on: August 04, 2009, 05:31:37 PM »
Don't forget "fanny". 
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #12 on: August 04, 2009, 06:58:22 PM »
I have the same problem and am curious about the paper towel trick. Wouldn't  the paper towel just get hot and burn up?
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #13 on: August 04, 2009, 07:11:41 PM »
Quote from: 1974CB750rider on August 04, 2009, 06:58:22 PM
I have the same problem and am curious about the paper towel trick. Wouldn't  the paper towel just get hot and burn up?

According to Kurt Vonnegut, you will need to get to Fahrenheit 451 before paper will combust.  Besides, once it is oil saturated, you will need to get to oil's combustion point.  I did this trick fro a few years with no issues.
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Re: Ghetto gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #14 on: August 04, 2009, 09:09:00 PM »
Quote from: Gordon on August 04, 2009, 05:31:37 PM
Don't forget "fanny". 

what about faggot = buch of sticks or meatballs

or fag = cigarette

I found these out one year on vacation. took a whole day to stop laughing when i was 14 or so!

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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #15 on: August 04, 2009, 10:25:51 PM »
Quote from: 1974CB750rider on August 04, 2009, 06:58:22 PM
I have the same problem and am curious about the paper towel trick. Wouldn't  the paper towel just get hot and burn up?

If your engine is getting hot enough to ignite paper then you have much worse problems than a gasket leak! :o ;D
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« Reply #16 on: August 05, 2009, 06:31:34 AM »
Quote from: shizzomynizzo on August 04, 2009, 09:09:00 PM


or fag = cigarette

I found these out one year on vacation. took a whole day to stop laughing when i was 14 or so!

btw sorry to hijack

That's one of my favorite lines from Family Guy, Peter saying "Somebody tell this cigarette to shut the hell up..."
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Re: Ghetto head gasket fix.....anyone try it?
« Reply #17 on: August 13, 2009, 01:21:58 PM »
I just tried the paper towel method and it worked great, Thanks Guys
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