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Old 09-19-2007, 07:44 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Exhaust Sealant Tape... needed/helpful?

Hello Team and pardon my ignorance.

Has anyone tried exhaust sealant tape??

Is that helpful.?? Pros/Cons??

Thank you very much.
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I use liquid sealant myself. Either one is needed to seal off the cans from air leaks.
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Old 09-26-2007, 06:00 PM   #3 (permalink)
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I had never heard of it before you asked, it's not mentioned in my factory manual, & the only kind a quick search turns up seems to be marketed for 2-strokes. In addition, I've had my cans off several times, never used it, & never noticed a difference. I'd say it's pretty conclusively not needed.

Helpful? No idea, as I haven't used it. It might well be, I'm curious now....

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I use High Temp RTV silicone whenever I remove and replace my TBR slipon. It keeps the exhaust from leaking at the joint. Haven't used the tape.
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