Tips on reinstalling head?
07-14-2010, 07:47 AM
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Vehicle: 2001 Elantra GLS
Tips on reinstalling head?
Just got my head back from the machinest, i know i need a new head gasket but he said i have to replace all the gaskets (intake/exhaust), is that really necessary? Any other tips would be greatly appreciated.
07-14-2010, 09:32 AM
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You should replace any metal gaskets since they're designed to crush when you torque down the bolts. However, failure due to reuse is pretty rare.
07-17-2010, 09:28 AM
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make sure you put the head gasket on right, and use new head bolts. its easier to replace the gaskets now while its all apart than find out after that it's leaking and have to take it apart again.
