Oil seals require sufficient time to solidify and cure. Premature use of equipment with newly installed oil seals can compromise the integrity of the oil seal and may damage your machine. Refer to the supplied instructions for the time frame allocated for the seal to cure.
No matter the PTFE machining techniques and other processes used in making mechanical parts, they tend to fail due to some reasons. The same thing applies to oil seals. When they are exposed to some factors, they fail. The factors are stated below alongside the solutions.
Over time, the rear valve cover gasket can degrade due to heat, pressure, and exposure to engine fluids, causing leaks. These leaks can lead to oil loss, engine damage, reduced efficiency, and even complete engine failure if left unchecked These leaks can lead to oil loss, engine damage, reduced efficiency, and even complete engine failure if left uncheckedThe material of the sealing lip is chosen according to the liquid to be sealed and the rotational speed. For larger shafts, an NBR sealing lip can cope with surface speeds of up to 10-12 m/s, while an FKM lip is suitable for speeds of up to 35-38 m/s.
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