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  1. B5 Garage
    My "OEM Grade" MagnaFlow cat broke at one of the welds (cat/pipe joint nearest turbo) after 5 years so I'm replacing it. (BTW, my original cat lasted ~11 years so you be the judge.) Just got the old unit out. Last shop apparently used some copper based gasket sealer on the turbo to cat flange...
  2. B5 Garage
    Hello everyone, especially members well versed in the mechanical and troubleshooting aspect of the B5.5. About a week ago took one of the most stupid decision of my life, used a sealer in my B5.5 in order to prevent any small radiator/cooling system leaks in the future. (advice seen in a video...
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    Hello everyone, am desperate enough to post this thread in the nooby tube...I will repost it in the main section when i can. About a week ago took one of the most stupid decision of my life, used a sealer in my B5.5 in order to prevent any small radiator/cooling system leaks in the future...
  4. B5 Garage
    Hi everyone. I have 1.8t AWM engine. I am leaking coolant between the flange and the water pipe. I had the O-ring but no sealer (Gasket Sealer) between the pipe and the flange. I assume it was not needed for that connection. Should I use gasket sealer (or something else) when connecting the...
  5. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I need to replace VCG and according to instructions I need to apply small amount of gasket sealer in corners where is gasket bending. But I'm little confused with high temperature gasket RTV makers and sealers. Can I use gasket RTV maker or I've to use gasket sealer? I was planing to use this...
  6. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    Hi folks, While replacing the battery in the switchblade key fob I destroyed the rubber gasket. Is there some kind of RTV or gasket sealer that I can use to create a new bead of sealant without glueing the two halves permanently together? Thanks Ryel
  7. B5 Garage
    Installing vcg..Should I use a gasket sealer or something else or nothing at all? thanks, steve
  8. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I have a leak where I'm loosing engine oil. Not alot, I sometimes see a few drips where I had parked. I only have access to an outdoor driveway to do any car work. Since it's been cold in NY lately, I will need to wait until the weather gets above 40 degrees to investigate where the leak is...
  9. B5 Garage
    I am getting ready to replace my VCG and the CCTG. I have some Permatex Ultra Black RTV silicone gasket maker laying around. Can I use this on the corners of the VCG?
  10. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    Any body have some expereince or opinions on what to use with my New South power gasket? :confused:
  11. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    when i put a head back on i replace head gasket but do i need any kind of liquid sealer or something? or does the gasket do it all?
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