The Easiest Methods To Remove Gasket Material On Any Small Engine Riding Mower Push Mower Zero Turn

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We go through our preferred method of removing gasket material from aluminum and steel surfaces
We also go through the pro's and con's or each along with tip's / trick's for different situations and our take on ways that should absolutely not be done.
What is your preferred method of removing stuck on stubborn gasket material?
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[@douglasforsythe5853]

I do use a wire brush but i also apply a thin layer of form a gasket on both surfaces and put the gasket in the center. Never had a problem.

[@IndRepair]

It can definitely be done but it takes some real skill to do without an issue. Nice job!

[@oldkicker8958]

Me too, exactly. I use an old wire brush on my drill for anything that requires RTV. Scraping gaskets sucks and takes a lot of time.

[@kencurtis228]

TY for Sharing

[@IndRepair]

Appreciate you watching!

[@garysgarage3669]

I have a lot of different kinds of scrapes. My favorite are, wood chisels and putty knives.

[@IndRepair]

Never would have thought of a wood scraper but great idea!

[@garysgarage3669]

I have a set of 5, so in small spaces or large spaces, they work great.

[@Travis141123]

Try the squared end of a flat file. Chips hard gaskets rather nicely.

[@IndRepair]

@@Travis141123 About to scrape one now Briggs Intek. Needs a clutch too so I may put it off until then. Will see how it goes

[@Travis141123]

I used a putty knife with a freshly SQUARED edge (not beveled), make sure no burrs. Finish up lightly with a 2" green cookie on the die grinder and then clean with solvent.

[@IndRepair]

The squared edge works better for this method? I see so many people use putty knifes I might try it this morning have a Intek camshaft to do, of course

[@Travis141123]

@@IndRepair Seems to dig less. Depends on the gasket. Razors still the shiz for RTV.

[@IndRepair]

@@Travis141123 I have an extra one here I will give it a shot thanks!

[@Travis141123]

@@IndRepair End of a flat file works too.. Good luck!

[@mikemechanic8636]

If you use a soft wire wheel say, .006" and have been cleaning gasket surfaces for years, you'll develop a "feel" for amount of pressure and length of time the die grinder stays in one area. Keep it moving with light pressure. I've never had a sealing problem with any modern aluminum alloy that is used for small engines.

[@IndRepair]

Definitely people that do it with this method and have no issues. Using a brass wire wheel? I agree it can be done but takes a major skill not to take too much off. Great job!

[@Travis141123]

I like the 2" scotchbrite cookies in a die grinder. Brown ones are aggressive though, so if it's slinging metal, lighten up.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

Great subject to devote to a whole video! I’ve tried various things, but now you’ve got me thinking about other possibilities. Acetone, ATF/2-stroke fuel mix, steam…I think I’ll experiment some more. 👍

[@IndRepair]

I would love to hear those results. Thanks for watching!

[@porkypineacres3536]

Thanks for sharing. Appreciate all your videos. Take care.

[@IndRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@KSMike1]

My default has become plastic razor blades since they pretty much can’t do any damage - I can always move up to something more aggressive if it’s needed. But, I’m not trying to get 10 machines out the door between now and 5pm!

[@IndRepair]

That is the deciding factor for many I think, reason why so many use a die grinder and other things for fast removal but I would rather take the time and do it by hand

[@petesmith3923]

I remember my father putting motor oil on the mating surfaces before he installed the gasket. I don't know if he did that so that the gasket came off easier the next time or that he thought that it would seal better.

[@IndRepair]

I have heard of this in racing applications. I believe it is to help allow the gaskets to move independently of the mating surfaces...have always avoided this but may be time to look at it again

[@philliphall5198]

I started cleaning blocks at 10 setting on the block in the vehicles with a snapon steel scraper and paint scaper😊 Now I’m still doing it 😢😢😢

[@IndRepair]

That is a lot of engines

[@philliphall5198]

That engine is packed with grass and dirt 😢😢😢😢 I would have pressure washing first before going into the engine 😊

[@IndRepair]

I find it better afterwards and keep the debris out while having it open. Only time I pressure was first is on a horizontal shaft since the heads face up much easier to get stuff down in there

[@georgepruitt637]

At 6:00 mins in, you show a engine with badly plugged air fins. And you're concerned how gasket material is scraped off ????

[@IndRepair]

Head and head gasket ended up being replaced since the head was no longer flat and it had valve issues. Was ran like that for quite a while