Warning: Hand-scraping boiler gaskets is a dying skill

Back in the day, we scraped every surface clean by hand. Now guys just use power tools and sealant. Miss the sure fit of a hand-scraped seat. Saw a blowout from rushed prep last week. Always take the time for a proper seal.

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lilyb274d ago

Actually, from what I've heard, power tools don't always mean a bad seal. It's more about the person using them. I know a guy who uses a grinder with a light touch and gets seats just as clean as hand scraping. Rushed work is the problem, not the tool itself.

drew_stone464d agoMost Upvoted

My cousin fixes watches with a dremel, so skill definitely matters.