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Re-using headgasket not run

Postby clee » Thu May 29, 2008 6:53 pm

I don't have another , don't want to mix makes either or do both heads .Can I just go from the 2nd stage tightening ?
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Postby JohnC » Thu May 29, 2008 7:17 pm

Not a good idea Lee, the gasket has been compressed. I would prefer to mix if necessary, rather than reuse. I have reused exhaust manifold gaskets, and not had any probs, but I could never recommend reusing a head gaskets. Sorry :( :(
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Postby clee » Thu May 29, 2008 7:24 pm

Hmmmm yes I know ,but ,but ....................Anyone got a Glaser gasket for 123 ??? Or both sides for a turbo .I have an Atmo pair but they are a fair bit thinner .
Wanted to get it done this weekend .
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Postby JohnC » Thu May 29, 2008 7:31 pm

clee wrote:I have an Atmo pair but they are a fair bit thinner .
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Keep the one you are removing, you never know, you might be able to sell it to an atmo owner, :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Postby clee » Thu May 29, 2008 7:38 pm

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Postby JohnC » Thu May 29, 2008 8:12 pm

Oops!! Sorry :oops:
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Postby Stunned Monkey » Thu May 29, 2008 8:15 pm

I have never tried re-using one - for the sheer amount of work in changing it back out again if it doesn't work, it's better just to replace...
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Postby stephendell » Thu May 29, 2008 9:07 pm

I should have a pair.
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:lol: I knew you'd say that .Can you pop them in the post please ,to this address :wink: Send me a bill and I'll Paypal ?


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