1/2″ x 1/8″ LavaLock High Temp BBQ Gasket Smoker Seal for Nomex Door Lid, Self Stick Grey

I installed this Lavalock High Temp Nomex gasket on a duel fuel Masterbuilt smoker. I believe my smoker is referred to as the 30″ model. Reviews of the smoker say that installing a gasket turns the smoker from a good to a great system and I have to agree.I hesitated ordering this due to some of the negative reviews. Some customers are having issues with the gasket coming off even though they thoroughly cleaned, de-greased, and wiped the mounting surface with alcohol.I took a chance and ordered and am glad to say that I have not had this issue. In hindsight, I would have installed this prior to using my smoker but didn’t know I would have issues with the smoker leaking.The included directions were good and clear on using a degreaser and alcohol and waiting at least 24 hours prior to using. I used a citrus (orange) based degreaser from Home Depot to initially clean the surface and then wiped it down with alcohol. I then adjusted the latches on the smoker so it fit snugly but not too tight to crush the gasket and waited 2 days before using it. I attached a photo of how it fit and looks on my smoker.On first use, the gasket greatly reduced and almost eliminated smoke escaping between the door and smoker. Instead of a steady stream of smoke escaping, I can barely see a faint wisp between the door and smoker from the hinge side of the door. I don’t think tightening the latches further will help and I’m happy with how its working. I’ve used it twice so far for several hours with no evidence of it coming off.Overall, for the price, quality, and fit, I would highly recommend this product. It fit perfectly and works as designed. If anything changes, I will update this review.