clutch cover gasket failed

[EXtreme-]

what I thought was clean and dry, my cover leaks ATF along the bottom...enought to make a nice mess. I installed a brand new gasket and even got allen head cap screws for a snug fit....all for not.

 

ideas?

[leadsled]

i usally silicone the gasket both sides then put it on the motor that helps some but they all leak a little here and there

[NYUK]

i use yamabond on the clutch cover, then install the gasket. that way if i have to take it off it stays on the cover. no leaks.

[Cotton eyed Joe]

I"ll 3rd that opinion.

 

I always use a gasket sealer. I'm not sure if there is a bolt pattern to torque it down, but always be sure to get the screws finger tight first, then go around it torquing it in steps. I usually take 2-3 steps to do it. I dunno if it makes a difference or not, but its such a big cover I'm sure it flexes a little.

[fixitrod]

I wipe a thin layer of something like yamabond on the cover seal surface and bolt it on. I've never had a gasket on there and never had a leak.

[locogato11283]

never had a gasket fail. ive even reused the same one 2 or 3 times.

[BdBanshee]

I still have the original gasket on mine, and it's a 1988! I used some Mr. Gasket to hold the gasket to the clutch cover 1st time I removed it, now it stays put and still doesn't leak. It's been off many times too.

[SANDSTAR]

Your banshee has power steering?!?

[EXtreme-]

Your banshee has power steering?!?

 

yes. If you do the conversion, make sure to use a stainless flex line for the pressure hose. I've had pressure issues with that on hard landings.

[rebelbanshee2]

ditch that worthelss gasket....mine leaked with the gasket..took it off and just use yamabond and it never leaks