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Joeb46
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PostPosted: 11:30 - 19 Feb 2008    Post subject: stubborn exhaust gasket Reply with quote
The exhaust gasket on my ts50x is pretty much rusted solid to the manifold. just wondering whats the best way to get it out?
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Walloper
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PostPosted: 13:18 - 19 Feb 2008    Post subject: Reply with quote
If its asbestos scrape scrape. Or soak in caustic soda (if you can get the bit off). There are sprays which dissolve gasket material so they wipe off. Dunno if it would work on that though.

https://www.lawson-his.co.uk/scripts/products.php?cat=Gasket%20Removers
I have never used this one but you get the idea...
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