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Old 05-23-2013, 12:28 AM   #19
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Default Re: Do high compression heads eat head gaskets?

I'm reading this thread with trepidation because my '29 coupe supposedly came with a "6:1 head". Some newbie Q's:

(1) How can I identify exactly what head I have without removing it (which I don't want to do if not necessary);

(2) Should the head bolts be re-torqued as part of regular maintenance? The re-built engine had less than 100 miles on it when I got it;

(3) Is the head nut torque for this head still 55 ft/lbs as it would be for a standard head?;

(4) What are the signs of a blown head gasket and how is it diagnosed?;

Wanting to stay a-HEAD of the game in Oregon,
Mike
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