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Large BGE Gasket Problems

UncleBeezy
UncleBeezy Posts: 1
in EggHead Forum

Brand new Large BGE user looking for tips on how to solve this problem.  The lid of my BGE seems to be rubbing the gasket loose on the base of the BGE near the hinge each time I close the lid.  Opens and closes with no problem and seals just fine, but it seems to rub at the rear of the gasket.  Any suggestions?
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  • Killit_and_Grillit
    Killit_and_Grillit Posts: 4,326
    Scrape that factory gasket off and put a Rutland gasket on. The factory one is garbage. 

    You can can solve your problem for less than $20 and 10 minutes of your time. 

    You can private message @RRP and he can get you set up. I’ve done it to all 3 of mine. Superior product to say the least. 

    "Brought to you by bourbon, bacon, and a series of questionable life decisions."

    South of Nashville, TN

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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 26,466
    When the rear of the gasket does that it is proof-positive that the planes of your dome and base are out of whack. Your pictures tell me your egg is not brand spanking new, but if you are still on good terms with your dealer have them come adjust it. If not holler back and I'll tell you how to fix it.
    Re-gasketing the USA one yard at a time 
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  • Happyjack937
    Happyjack937 Posts: 1
    Put a rutland on it very easy to do
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  • berndcrisp
    berndcrisp Posts: 1,166
    edited July 2018

    Hooked another one did we?

    Just get and install a Rutland and be done with it.

    There is someone here who may be able to help you.

    Hood Stars, Wrist Crowns and Obsession Dobs!


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  • Mattman3969
    Mattman3969 Posts: 10,458
    If the dome is outta whack it will need to be adjusted before any gasket willl do any good. 

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    analyze adapt overcome

    2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky.
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  • The_Stache
    The_Stache Posts: 1,153
    +1 to @Mattman3969. 

    If you try to put a Rutland gasket on with the bands out of adjustment, the back will pull loose or you will not get a great seal. 

    The blue spacers for a large are just slightly over 2mm. 

    Loosen bands insert 2mm spacers (old washers, etc) re-tighten bands. 

    Kirkland, TN
    2 LBGE, 1 MM


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