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Discussion in 'Yamaha 250cc In-Line 4's' started by poorboy, Apr 6, 2008.

  1. poorboy

    poorboy New Member

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    hi again, just wondering is it a common thing for the rocker cover gasket to leak. i'm thinking its just starting to perish or something being rubber
     
    poorboy, Apr 6, 2008
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    Pull it off and check the seal. You can use gasket sealant to assist. I use Loctite brand "510 flange sealant". It seems to work for me...
     
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    i've had a closer look at it and touched it etc. and i'm just going to replace it with a new one, that way it shouldn't leak again for a long time.
     
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