Head gasket
(→Head gasket sealants) |
(→When replacing a blown head gasket) |
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*Sometimes a sealant will need to be used on the head bolts, as they may intersect the water jackets, and be exposed to engine coolant. | *Sometimes a sealant will need to be used on the head bolts, as they may intersect the water jackets, and be exposed to engine coolant. | ||
*Change the oil and oil filter too -- they're likely contaminated with coolant. | *Change the oil and oil filter too -- they're likely contaminated with coolant. | ||
| + | *Don't be surprised if some of the water ports are "blocked off" with your gasket. Various gaskets are made to differently meter the coolant and direct its flow. | ||
==Re-using head gaskets== | ==Re-using head gaskets== | ||
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