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Old 04-20-2005, 07:18 AM
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Re: gaskets

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Originally Posted by Viala
hello
last year I have changed the exhaust pipes front and rear and i have been surprised because I found no gaskets, is it normal ?.
On rock auto spares parts they sell gaskets , are all cars equiped with?.
Depends on the type of connection I beleive. Two flat surfaces need a gasket to account for thermal expansion/contraction. However, on at least the 97+ Trans Sports, all the connections are made with joints that's aren't "flat". One side has a flange that is slightly conical (think like a funnal) that fits into the other side. It seals without the need of a gasket as it can expand and contract without loosing connection.
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