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Old 05-07-2004, 05:31 PM
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my erst has just blown a new uprated gasket , ive just had it reskimmed but i don't want it blowin again anytime soon, (headbolts etc 2 expensive) whats the best options 4 a headgasket, which 1 2 buy and should i use gasket sealant, any help much appreciated. or if its another problem causin it, any suggestions
Old 05-07-2004, 05:35 PM
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Standard Ford head gasket seem's to be the way to go mate
Old 05-07-2004, 05:44 PM
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cheers, do u think i should use gasket sealant or wot?
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Hmmm,wouldnt have said so.Seem to be plenty people running big power on the standard gasket with no problems

Could your head be warped if it keeps blowing gaskets??
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wouldn't they ave spotted that when they skimmed it?
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Originally Posted by makaveli662
wouldn't they ave spotted that when they skimmed it?
Yeah sorry just read that you'd had it skimmed.It wont be warped.

I wouldnt use any sealer and i'd use the standard Ford headgasket.It should be ok.PJ motorsport are selling the headgasket for 6pounds this month

What ammount boost are you running?
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standard seems to be recommened by all the big tuners too!
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