gas gauge gaskets

[teedog]

is it a good idea to coat gaskets with sealer on both sides ? im using cork. thanks for any help, mike

 

[1931 flamingo]

Believe it or not I've read suggestions to use maple syrup. A little drop of oil or grease wouldn't hurt.
Paul in CT

 

[1955cj5]

I've only rebuilt one gauge, but it doesn't leak.

The gaskets on either side of the glass lens went on dry.

A little sealer (Permatex #2) on both sides of the large cork gasket.

I used two thin brass washers with a tiny bit of light oil between them.

 

[burner31]

Rebuilt mine, no sealer, no leaks.
Hint: Do not use any parts from China for this area. You WILL have leaks!

 

[mcorrell]

I just did this. Use no sealer. I used the neoprene gaskets, and two brass shims lightly coated with oil. No leaks and thanks to the new glass I can see the fuel level.

 

[oldman - NorCal]

As others have said, I went with cork gaskets and two brass shims. I would also recommend changing to the neoprene float if you currently have a cork float. Oh, and as 1955cj5 shows, use the higher quality stainless steel gas gauge tool to tighten everything up.

 

[larrys40]

is it a good idea to coat gaskets with sealer on both sides ? im using cork. thanks for any help, mike

I have replace many and I would use the new neophrene float and wire it on with stainless wire.... and use the cork gaskets. Not need to coat it with anything. Just make sure you pick out the old one and any debris left. One brass ring between the gauge and outer ring is sufficient. Do the inner nut and gasket on the bench and tighten there before install to the tank.
I like using the original Ford 5Z gas gauge tool if availalble. If not use the aluminum ones so they don't mar the nuts.
Larry Shepard