23 replies to this topic

[taffy1967]

Shoot me down in flames for being thick, but what is RTV buddy?

[mike.]

Thats what i was thinking becuase i definatly need some of it!

[taffy1967]

Thanks to a PM I just received from minimadmike here it is: -

http://www.minispare....aspx?pid=35384

Edited by taffy1967, 15 November 2007 - 06:30 PM.

[GraemeC]

Should be available from most auto shops including Halfrauds.

[dklawson]

Sorry... I assumed RTV would be a familiar term.

Warning: Word History To Follow
RTV is an acronym. It stands for "Room Temperature Vulcanizing". What it REALLY means in today's world is "silicone rubber in a tube" as shown in the link to the Mini Spares item.

There are hundreds of silicone rubber in a tube products made just for automotive use. The most common ones are: Blue, for oil resistance, Red (or Orange, or Copper) for higher temperature use, Clear for general sealing, Black for rubber repairs and general sealing.

[taffy1967]

Sorry... I assumed RTV would be a familiar term.

Warning: Word History To Follow
RTV is an acronym. It stands for "Room Temperature Vulcanizing". What it REALLY means in today's world is "silicone rubber in a tube" as shown in the link to the Mini Spares item.

There are hundreds of silicone rubber in a tube products made just for automotive use. The most common ones are: Blue, for oil resistance, Red (or Orange, or Copper) for higher temperature use, Clear for general sealing, Black for rubber repairs and general sealing.

Thanks buddy, your knowledge is endless.

[dklawson]

Thanks buddy, your knowledge is endless.

Thanks... but not really. I'm just old and suffer from verbal diarrhea.

[wolfys_mini]

nought wrong with that.

verbal diarrohea is good sometimes! not when im in a rush though

[DJ T]

Tip i've been told is to put the gasket over the rocker cover and drive round with it there for a day or so. it then heats it and forms it into shape.