Automatic choke question

[jimwheeldon]

I need to replace the gasket between the automatic choke assembly and the exaust manifold...it didn't come with one in my gasket kit. Is there anything special about it? Or can I cut one out of standard gasket material? Help!

I coudn't tell if the original was asbestos or any other unobtanium material. Thanks-

[Norm's Coupe]

My guess would be you would need heat resistant material to make a gasket for that. Should be able to find it in the auto parts store.

[Normspeed]

I'd pick up some heat proof material at the parts store. Manifold gets pretty hot. I think some folks run no gasket.

[jimwheeldon]

Shel Bizzy 48....What was the gasket made out of?

[DutchEdwin]

you can try new gasket materials like silicon based Loctite material.

http://www.loctite.com/int_henkel/loctite_us/index.cfm?&pageid=114&layout=3

Just give loctite a mail, who knows they can help you out.

The 5920 seals go up to 350C (660F). Do not know if this will cover the temp at the exhaust.

[Normspeed]

I recently tried Permatex red heat proof gasket sealer on my exhaust downpipe gaskets which have a tendency to blow out. So far they sealed great and the red silicone shows no signs of scorching. Good stuff if a bit messy. But I really don't think that gasket on the choke is critical.

http://www.permatex.com/products/automotive/automotive_gasketing/gasket_makers/auto_Permatex_High-Temp_Red_RTV_Silicone_Gasket.htm

[41D19conv]

I recently bought one for $6 from Andy Bernbaum 800-457-1250