Re: '65 Satellite Convert Pogress

["Gary H." <62to65mopar@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Sounds like you are on the downhill slope now Don. Wrong gasket? Sometimes it is the simple things that have the tallest trip factor. :) 

Yes get the rubber freeze plug out. I'd go with the brass plug version and use something like Permatex® Form-A-Gasket® No. 1 or Permatex® Ultra Copper High Temp RTV.  Clean up the block's plug hole with very fine sandpaper (220) and wipe it down with carb or brake cleaner. Use a socket that fits inside the plug to hammer the plug evenly in. Best not to tap on the edge of the plug. 

Take a look at the rest of the freeze plugs. I've found that once one of these leaks, the rest in the engine tend to join in the band!  Especially those at the back of the engine near the firewall. :( 

Thanks,
Gary H, 
 
 >  -------Original Message-------
 >  
>  Solved a couple of issues with the car this weekend that have had me stymied for a while. Looks like I might finally get this car to Carlisle this year.
>  
>  I was trying to get the wing window frame installed. Just needed to loosen the side glass brackets and in it went. Duh!
>  
... realized the gasket was too short. For whatever reason, I had another of these gaskets (which is more flexible, also) and compared it to the one in place and saw the difference. Pulled out the installed gasket, installed the other unit and it works. 15 minutes and it's done.
>  
>  The major issues left are a leaking power steering box, leaking tranny and a leaking freeze plug in the block. Resolution of the first two is get a rebuilt unit from Steer and Gear and replace some seals on the shift mechanisms. The freeze plug is okay for now with a rubber plug but I'd like to get it fixed with the proper brass or steel plug. Any suggestions on a sealant that I should use?
>  
>  
>  Akron Don Gallimore

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