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Just watched a video where an engine builder used Loctite 3020 aerosol on a Victor Reinz head gasket. He claims Keith Calver uses this method. I would appreciate your opinion.

Cheers Jim

Here's some of his posts about it:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ABCYfzb3f/
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bh1i3wtjm/

Looks as if its designed for the job, maybe a slightly more convenient version of Wellseal ?

https://datasheets.tdx.henkel.com/LOCTI ... -en_GL.pdf

https://www.henkel-adhesives.com/uk/en/ ... 30200.html

If Keith Calver does use it, its got to be a worthwhile recommendation, he wont be using anything that causes him more hassle….I wonder if there has been any failures while using it?

I’ve been running the VR small bore gaskets on my 998 race motor and I’ve had great luck. No failures yet in two seasons of racing. I haven’t tried the locktite spray on them though.

Victor Renz (and most other head gasket manufacturers) expressly do not recommend using any sealant on these gaskets. They have a heat activated sealant applied as part of their manufacture.

I don't and have never found the need for it.