Does Steel Seal fix head gaskets?

Steel Seal will fix and repair: Blown Head Gaskets. All types of head gasket failure.

Which head gasket sealer works best?

The Steel Seal Blown Head Gasket Fix Repair Sealer is our top pick for the best overall permanent head gasket sealer. It works well on older and new vehicles and is suitable for cars, vans, SUVs, and trucks. If your budget is a little tight and you still need a professional-grade sealer, check out the K-Seal ST5516 HD.

How long does it take for Steel Seal to work?

Start the engine and run your vehicle up to temperature (please note this can take between 15-25 minutes depending on the condition of your vehicle). Once your vehicle reaches operating temperature run for 30 minutes. Turn off vehicle and allow to cool completely.

Will Steel Seal damage my engine?

Although Steel Seal™ can repair damage which results in the mixing of coolant and oil, it will not repair external oil leaks that cannot be reached through the cooling system.

Can you leave Steel Seal in?

Leave the Steel Seal in your system and drive the vehicle as usual. If treatment has been carried out with only water replace coolant once repair is complete.

Are head gasket sealers any good?

They can definitely help prolong the life of your car. After using a head gasket sealer, be sure to check back on your car after a few days to ensure there are no more leaks. You can be sure the sealant worked by noticing that the overheating issues have stopped popping up.

Do any head gasket sealers work?

Can you use Steel Seal in just water?

We do not recommend using Steel Seal with long life / extended antifreeze. If completing the treatment with water only, simply follow the steps above with plain water and add antifreeze afterwards for best results. Once repaired, drain Steel Seal from the cooling system and replace with your preferred antifreeze.

Is Steel Seal compatible with antifreeze?

**STEEL SEAL IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH All ANTIFREEZE FORMULATIONS** Therefore, for best results, coolant should be temporarily drained and replaced with fresh water. Once repaired, drain Steel Seal from the cooling system and replace with 50/50 antifreeze.

What is Steel Seal made of?

WHAT IS STEEL SEAL? Steel Seal is a unique mixture of chemical compounds that have been specially blended to react under sufficient heat and pressure to create a hardened seal in the damaged area of a head gasket or block. However there are lots of products claiming the same thing.

Can Steel Seal mix with red antifreeze?

Unless you are confident that no coolant additives have been used in the past, we recommend flushing the cooling system with clean water. Steel Seal is compatible with most antifreezes but also works in clean water. We do not recommend using Steel Seal with long life / extended antifreeze.