Subject: Threebond or Permatex Sat Dec 14, 2019 7:13 pm
Hello all! So I have a slight weep at my phase sensor and I know folks here have mentioned using Threebond 1211 gasket goo for a number of applications however I was curious if anyone can tell me which Permatex product is equivalent? I can find the Permatex stuff everywhere around me in small sizes and for cheap compared to having to order 3.5 oz tube of Threebond for like $20 USD. From what I can tell off their web site: [You must be registered and logged in to see this link.] the "Optimum Grey" seems to be suitable for this application : "Specially formulated to withstand high vibration and high temperatures up to 700°F." Given that this is just to seal up the phase sensor does it even really matter or will any gasket maker do?
Thanks in advance and happy holidays!
kiwi dave GRiSO Capo
Posts : 735 Join date : 2014-04-23 Age : 76
Subject: Re: Threebond or Permatex Sat Dec 14, 2019 9:34 pm
Let us know if the alternative you choose works.
beetle GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: Threebond or Permatex Sat Dec 14, 2019 9:55 pm
I've used Permatex Aviation Form-A-Gasket No. 3 Sealant on every motorcycle and car I've ever owned.
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kiwi dave GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: Threebond or Permatex Sat Dec 14, 2019 10:42 pm
beetle wrote:
I've used Permatex Aviation Form-A-Gasket No. 3 Sealant on every motorcycle and car I've ever owned.
And I've used Threebond with no problems. Years before, it was Rolls Royce jointing compound that was the choice. I doubt Rolls Royce made the stuff, just allowed the use of their name for some coin. But it was fine too.
Perhaps we are about to start a favourite gasket goo thread? Better than a tyre or oil thread, I reckon.
bahamazoo GRiSO Capo
Posts : 1329 Join date : 2015-08-09 Age : 59
Subject: Re: Threebond or Permatex Sat Dec 14, 2019 10:56 pm
I've had Permatex 'Form-A-Gasket' Sealant (#80016?) on my phase sensor for over a year now. clicky used it repeatedly - when I've removed and refitted various bits. no complaints or follow up leaks.
just take care with that phase sensor o-ring. it's circular, the groove in the housing is not
+1 to the 'slippery and sticky... how do you do it?' thread could be a winner....
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sideshowbob GRiSO Capo
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Subject: Re: Threebond or Permatex Sun Dec 15, 2019 5:33 pm
Subject: Threebond or Permatex 
Sat Dec 14, 2019 7:13 pm
Aviation Form-A-Gasket
