[T3] Valve. Covers...

[Jim Adney]

On 31 Oct 2011 at 16:16, ftalker at gmail.com wrote:

> Actually, Jim, I started with the "spot" method, putting a dab in the
> four corners.  Then, when it came time to change the gaskets...when
> they were well cooked, I found that the RTV was so easy to remove that
> I decided to run a light bead on the entire surface.  My covers are
> all powder coated as well, which helps.  And, yes,I suppose I'm
> fortunate to have the space for a few spares and conveniences... 

Agreed, if it's easy to clean off, then I see no problem with the 
full coverage approach.

The OE covers were painted only on the outside. I assume this did 
away with the possibility of paint flaking off and mixing with the 
oil. I've always stuck with this approach when repainting covers.
Have you seen any sign of paint coming off?

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Jim Adney, jadney at vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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