Thermostat gasket paper ?

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Thermostat gasket paper ?

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I need to make a gasket when I replace the thermostat, I'm not sure what thickness of gasket paper to use, anyone got an idea ?

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I'm not sure of the thickness but you can still get these from Mazda :D
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It doesn't really matter. 1-1.5mm as they're fairly thick.

Or just buy one.
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Thanks for the replies. I thing it's easier to make one than going to Mazda as I'm sure they would have to order them.

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Just checked my build thread and I have the part number written down :D. 1757-15-173A - £4.43
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Dibs,
I saw this & thought of you :idea:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/311445075447? ... EBIDX%3AIT
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Thanks but I've just ordered these ...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gasket-Paper- ... 0815445146?

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A7RXY wrote:Thanks but I've just ordered these ...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gasket-Paper- ... 0815445146?

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£3.99.. that's dear

mine's always made from cornflake paper and wax it with grease/ never had problem for 20+ years with it...
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£3.99.. that's dear

mine's always made from cornflake paper and wax it with grease/ never had problem for 20+ years with it...[/quote]

How much is a box of Corn Flakes & a Candle :o
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Pete I think it's time you went to Specsavers .................. ps the link you sent me was for £6 50 + £6 postage .................
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