Gasket adhesive recommendation?

[69427]

I noticed an oil leak on the right bank after the last track day, and pulled the valve cover this evening. Instead of the (cork) gasket being pushed out as I expected (allowing the leak), it was drawn in. Not sure why, as I can't believe that the PVC system put that much vacuum on the engine. Regardless, I need an adhesive that will hold the gasket firmly in its place. I used that Permatex tacky red syrupy stuff, but I'd like to try something else this time.

Recommendations?

 

[redvetracr]

I noticed an oil leak on the right bank after the last track day, and pulled the valve cover this evening. Instead of the (cork) gasket being pushed out as I expected (allowing the leak), it was drawn in. Not sure why, as I can't believe that the PVC system put that much vacuum on the engine. Regardless, I need an adhesive that will hold the gasket firmly in its place. I used that Permatex tacky red syrupy stuff, but I'd like to try something else this time.

Recommendations?

http://www.valco-cp.com/sealants.htm

 

[Twin_Turbo]

Another way to keep them seated is to use a punch to dimple the valve cover seating rail with a bunch of dimples to keep them in place.

Make sure you use sealant that is ok for extended exposure to oil and fuel.

I would try the steel cored rubber gaskets, I never had leaking issues with those.

Does the permatex stuff you used dry or does it stay tacky?? The aviation sealer never completely dries and will allow the gasket to shift

 

[BBShark]

Have used Gaskacinch (sp?) before. I think it is sold by Edelbrock and is basically contact cement. Probably would be good to secure the gasket to the cover.

 

[mrvette]

I know guys are going to jump my ass for this one, BUT for decades I have refused to use cork gaskets of any type....valve covers, intake walls, oil pans, tranny pans etc.....I just sanitize and totally degrease the surfaces, and use a layer of RTV without over doing it.....let it cure overnight, then add oils or run engine.....I have FAR better luck doing that than any damn gasket.....

EXCEPT neoprene, then I still do a thin coating of RTV on each side....

I have never had any luck with damn cork, show me cork, I show you a leak....

:amazed::twitch:

 

[big2bird]

I would try the steel cored rubber gaskets, I never had leaking issues with those.

My cure. Kinda spendy, but work perfect, and are reusable. Last gasket you'll ever buy. Constructed exactly like the one piece pan gaskets.:drink: