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Old 01-17-2025, 04:23 AM
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Default How to Remove Glued Gasket from Air Cln Lid

Wanting to rechrome 17" GM Air Cleaner Lid (70 Z28 & Big Block Also)

Anybody have advice on how best to loosen glued gasket without damaging????

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Old 01-17-2025, 10:54 AM
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use a hair dryer to heat it up, then use a razor blade to peel the gasket off. Practice on a label from any package you have to see how easy it is, just take your time.
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Old 01-17-2025, 12:42 PM
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Once you heat the gasket and are able to start to peel the gasket up a solvent like prep-sol will expedite the process.
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Try a crayon..
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