Mercedes Universal D.I.Y. Gasket Making Kit - NEW!

Have you ever been working on your engine or other mechanical component only to discover you need a new gasket? Knowing Murphys law all too well, it always happens when you don't have the time to order and wait for one to arrive by mail. Every D.I.Y. mechanic should have a good assortment of gasket material in his or hers tool box. High quality gasket material is not always easy to find and you have to buy it in large rolls that you may never use.

Over the years Kent has researched and used a number of different types of gasket material.  In this kit you will find the four types he uses most along with a small container of his all-time favorite gasket sealant - Aviation Permatex.  Each piece of material measures 12" x 8."  Here is a brief description of each along with its recommended application (moving left to right)

Light brown fiber material:  Latex bound cellulose fiber sheet 1/64 inch thick. A general purpose medium compressibility material. Recommended maximum temperature 300 degrees F. For applications such as gear case covers, water pump mounting, water outlets and timing covers where you have tight fitting surfaces.

Light brown cork material:  Combination cork rubber material 1/16 inch thick. High quality and tightly bound. Use where you need to fill uneven gaps or where you have corrosion between the mating surfaces

Medium gray fiber material:  Latex bound cellulose fiber sheet 1/32 inch think. A general purpose medium compressibility material. Recommended maximum temperature 300 degrees F. For applications such as gear case covers, water pump mounting, water outlets and timing covers where the seating surface is not perfectly machined.

Slick grey high temp material:  High density compressed sheet material with excellent sealability and resistance to fuel, oil and engine coolants. Recommended maximum temperature 500 degrees F. It is for general purpose applications. This is 1/32 inch thick and is the toughest material included in the kit.

WARNING: Never use silicone RTV sealant on gaskets where there is any chance of the sealant coming off and getting into the engine oil passages or engine cooling and heating system.