Author	Subject: PTFE Inlet Gaskets - Opinions?
mr swampy s16 **BAD SELLER** Location: out and about Registered: 22 Oct 2003 Posts: 10,550 Status: Offline	Post #26 rallyeash wrote: My mapper asked me to remove it before my engine was mapped as said wouldn't make s**t all difference and most likely cause downtime on the rollers due to air leaks so it went in the bin.... ifits fitted correctly and down tight then there would be no air leaks. Key is in the preparation, making sure that the mateing face on the head and manifold are perfectly clean and have no trace residue of the old paper gasket. I have fitted a few now and not had any issues with air leaks
Posted 1st Apr 2013 at 16:57 Profile

stan_306gti6 Forum Admin Location: Kent Registered: 18 Jan 2004 Posts: 21,769 Status: Offline	Post #27 It doesn't cause air leaks when fitted, but just to be sure I fitted a standard gasket either side and it works perfectly. I haven't a clue what your mapper was on about. ________________________________________ "Supercharged - 454.1bhp/317.5lb/ft" Peugeot 306 GTi-6 2000 (X), Moonstone
Posted 1st Apr 2013 at 17:25 Profile

mr swampy s16 **BAD SELLER** Location: out and about Registered: 22 Oct 2003 Posts: 10,550 Status: Offline	Post #28 stan_306gti6 wrote: It doesn't cause air leaks when fitted, but just to be sure I fitted a standard gasket either side and it works perfectly. I haven't a clue what your mapper was on about. probably doesn't understand the principal or gains of it so was confused. Ptfe are common on Japanese engined cars , abit like ground earth kits!!
Posted 1st Apr 2013 at 17:51 Profile

rallyeash Seasoned Pro Location: Devizes Registered: 11 Dec 2006 Posts: 4,424 Status: Offline	Post #29 No it was just a case of down time is expensive on the rollers. ________________________________________ 230 hp 2.1 16v XU 205 rallye on jenveys Project thread here 309 3dr K20 Type R
Posted 2nd Apr 2013 at 16:11 Profile

stan_306gti6 Forum Admin Location: Kent Registered: 18 Jan 2004 Posts: 21,769 Status: Offline	Post #30 rallyeash wrote: No it was just a case of down time is expensive on the rollers. True, but the PTFE gaskets do not suffer with air leaks. ________________________________________ "Supercharged - 454.1bhp/317.5lb/ft" Peugeot 306 GTi-6 2000 (X), Moonstone
Posted 2nd Apr 2013 at 18:08 Profile

phillipm Seasoned Pro Location: Rotherham Registered: 15 Oct 2006 Posts: 20,607 Status: Offline	Post #31 I have seen a few cheap and nasty ones that do, on 106's especially. ________________________________________ - Bespoke rollcages/additions/adjustments. Half cages right up to complete custom spaceframes - MSA/FIA spec, CDS, ROPT, T45, etc - PM me Email me! Custom-made polybushes available - need an odd size or fitment? - anything from batch work to one-off pieces.
Posted 2nd Apr 2013 at 18:09 Profile

The Peugeot GTi-6 & Rallye Owners Club - ©2025 all rights reserved.

Please Note: The views and opinions found herein are those of individuals, and not of The Peugeot 306 GTi-6 & Rallye Owners Club or any individuals involved.
No responsibility is taken or assumed for any comments or statements made on, or in relation to, this website. Please see our updated privacy policy.