can a wrc head gasket be reused
26-04-2009, 12:19 PM
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can a wrc head gasket be reused
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26-04-2009, 12:23 PM
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In some circumstances yes.
27-04-2009, 12:04 AM
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i used mine again on the 3 door andy
but it was only running for about 30 mins
how old is it mate
27-04-2009, 11:17 AM
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27-04-2009, 11:22 AM
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What was your reason for taking it off?
27-04-2009, 02:08 PM
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the brother wants the engine checked over before he uses it chip
27-04-2009, 02:13 PM
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Ah I see.
27-04-2009, 02:43 PM
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prob depend on power/comp/boost you are running too
27-04-2009, 04:06 PM
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I would bite the bullet and buy a new one tbh.
27-04-2009, 06:58 PM
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I would bite the bullet and buy a new one tbh.
I agree mate I wouldnt re-use a headgasket on any car i think it would just cause you more work in the end.
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There about £150 for a new one. For the sake of it, It would be best to fork out. It would cost you more to pull the head off again.
02-05-2009, 11:28 PM
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I've reused mine, done approx 7k miles so far with no hassle, at 2 bar boost.
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can a wrc head gasket be reused
but it was only running for about 30 mins
how old is it mate
27-04-2009, 06:58 PM
