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PC/SR · 07-05-2019, 10:06 PM

Agree with 909. Once the set/seal is broken on the gasket, any gasket, it is nearly impossible to get it back right. Start from scratch and do it right. And as said, drain coolant Now. If only fluid is leaking I would take the chance and not replace the head gasket.

07-05-2019, 10:06 PM	#8
PC/SR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,278	Re: Help removing a stripped head bolt Agree with 909. Once the set/seal is broken on the gasket, any gasket, it is nearly impossible to get it back right. Start from scratch and do it right. And as said, drain coolant Now. If only fluid is leaking I would take the chance and not replace the head gasket.