Rtv Valve Cover Sealant: Silicone Or Gasketmaker?

Discussion in 'Triumph General Discussion' started by mikesbaron, Jan 7, 2025.

  1. mikesbaron

    mikesbaron New Member

    Jan 7, 2025
    4
    3
    84664
    #1 mikesbaron, Jan 7, 2025
    1997 Triumph Tiger 885
    Factory Service Manual on page 100, 3.5 indicates the use of "RTV sealant" on the valve cover gasket ends, and the spark plug sealant gaskets. But it doesn't mention whether this should be silicone or gasket maker.

    What are your experiences?
    Should I use black RTV silicone?
    Should I use other RTV gasket maker?
     
    • Useful Useful x 1
  2. MatAnt

    MatAnt New Member

    Jan 5, 2025
    0
    1
    India
    #2 MatAnt, Jan 10, 2025
    I think black RTV silicone will be more suitable for the 1997 triumoh tiger 885. It offers excellent durability.
     
    • Useful Useful x 1
Loading...
Similar Threads - Rtv Valve Cover
  1. ABQ_OZ

    Scrap Valves For 1050 Engine.

    ABQ_OZ, Jun 8, 2025, in forum: Wanted
    Replies:
    0
    Views:
    63
    ABQ_OZ
    Jun 8, 2025
  2. lolachampcar

    Valve Train Noise When Cold

    lolachampcar, Apr 23, 2025, in forum: Speed Triple
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    598
    Turbohawk
    Apr 29, 2025
  3. rpg51

    2022 T100 First Valve Gap Check At 20k Miles?

    rpg51, Oct 15, 2024, in forum: Bonneville
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    1,004
    nickjaxe
    Oct 22, 2024
  4. Kimpopper

    1966 Bonneville Carburetors Leak Through Tickler Valve

    Kimpopper, Jun 5, 2024, in forum: Technical Help
    Replies:
    9
    Views:
    1,459
    speedrattle
    Jul 27, 2024
  5. Vegastom

    Rocket Needs A Valve Job

    Vegastom, May 12, 2024, in forum: Technical Help
    Replies:
    0
    Views:
    188
    Vegastom
    May 12, 2024

Share This Page

Sign up