| Permatex #2 is actually a relatively soft material.  Permatex #1 is the 
hard-drying version.
Personally, I have always used Permatex #2 for most paper gaskets.  I also use
a little on the radiator and heater hoses.  
It's easy to clean it off your fingers, etc. with denatured alcohol.
That's one advantage it has over any silicone product.
Doug Braun
'72 Spit
At 07:29 PM 8/27/2005 -0500, you wrote:
>I am finishing up the motor. I have permatex 2, fast dry hardening  gasket
>sealer and blue silicone. Which is best for paper gaskets on the water pump
>housing?
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