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Synchro909 · 09-20-2019, 01:04 AM

When I am fitting a head gasket, graphite or copper, I use some Permatex copper head gasket sealer. I knowthings should be OK without it but I think it improves the job and adds confidence.
BTW, when you torque the head down, follow the directions. Once done, start the engine and let it run till it is up to operating temperature. Turn it off and let it cool. I leave it overnight. Retorque the nuts and you're ready to go but only for about 2-300 miles. After that mileage, retorque again. I like to do it again at about 1,000 miles and check regularly after that. I suspect this gasket blew because it tension wasn't checked often enough.
Just my 2c worth!

09-20-2019, 01:04 AM	#21
Synchro909 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Melbourne, Australia Posts: 7,496	Re: No Compression in 3 & 4 Cylinders When I am fitting a head gasket, graphite or copper, I use some Permatex copper head gasket sealer. I knowthings should be OK without it but I think it improves the job and adds confidence. BTW, when you torque the head down, follow the directions. Once done, start the engine and let it run till it is up to operating temperature. Turn it off and let it cool. I leave it overnight. Retorque the nuts and you're ready to go but only for about 2-300 miles. After that mileage, retorque again. I like to do it again at about 1,000 miles and check regularly after that. I suspect this gasket blew because it tension wasn't checked often enough. Just my 2c worth! __________________ I'm part of the only ever generation with an analogue childhood and a digital adulthood.