How I make a base gasket

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procarbine2k1

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I know this has been covered, but I figured I could post a quick thread on how I make a base gasket. I will do this when I'm in a pinch, or want a different thickness than OEM. Yes, sealant can be used, but I like paper gaskets for the most part.

Step 1. I take a light oil (I like Marvel) and thinly coat the cylinder base.
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Step 2. I place the base of the cylinder firmly on the gasket material. Here you can see the oil transfer, which is easy to see and cut out. This piece was scrap I was using for an example. (I had already made my gasket at this point).
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Step 3. I cut the outside perimeter of the gasket with a pair of scissors, and the inside with an exacto knife. I have a hole punch for the bolt holes.
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Here is the finished gasket. I used a taco box, in hopes that the saw becomes spicier.

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Hope this thread can help a new face or two around here. If not, enjoy the pitchers of my spicy taco gasket anyway!

Sincerely, Mornin' Wood Saw Werks
 
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