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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    Thanks! That's what I thought but just wanted to get confirmation. Yes, the hose is connected as you describe. Letting the blue gasket...
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    robert248 reacted to Light in the Dark's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    That is the block coolant drain. If you leave it open all the coolant will drain out of the block and the radiator to that static level...
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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    When putting it back together does this need to stay open or closed?
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    robert248 reacted to Ray70's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    You can use any kind of thread sealer. I tend to use Permatex #2 non-hardening. But anything will do, even the blue gasket maker you...
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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    What does this need in terms of lubricant if any?
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    robert248 reacted to Ray70's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    On the o-ring gasket, there are 2 of them, however in your picture the 2nd one is still inside the block. That tube is a short stub with...
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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    These wires came off and I don't remember which went where. Does it matter when I go to reconnect them? Also on the gasket there should...
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    robert248 reacted to Ray70's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    That strip is of little importance. You can go to Home Depot and get a roll of sticky back foam rubber tape and use that instead. They...
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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    Unfortunately I don't have time to wait for gaskets so here goes making my own. Hand tightened the screws and now letting it dry for 30...
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    robert248 reacted to Ray70's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    If you can't get the gasket in time, you can also purchase a 12"x12" square of gasket material from your local auto parts store and cut...
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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    What is your opinion on changing out the gasket by making your own with this stuff...
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    robert248 reacted to Ray70's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    Make sure you get every last speck of sand out of the thermostat housing and the water passages. Also might want to change the gasket...
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    robert248 reacted to Guyfang's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    Does anyone know what part number is this gasket? Do you have a copy of the engine parts TM? Its nice that someone helped you out with...
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    robert248 replied to the thread MEP-802A questions.
    I went ahead and cleaned it in the sand blaster. Came out looking great.
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    robert248 reacted to 2Pbfeet's post in the thread MEP-802A questions with Like Like.
    I keep a few common thin (low profile) open end wrenches around for situations like this. However, in addition to @Light in the Dark's...
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