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Could a small oil gasket leak located on the lower timing chain cover be sealed with JB Weld?

April 26, 2017chain cover Gasket leak located lower Oil sealed small timing

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Could a small oil gasket leak located on the lower timing chain cover be sealed with JB Weld?

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Did a motorcycle oil pan with JB that lasted at least 7 years so you can probably get away with it. Make sure you get the patch area super clean and rough it up with a file before you apply the epoxy. Let it cure completely. Check for leaks on a regular basis for a while.