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Having never had to even take the rocker cover off an 80 engine, today I (well actually Al) had to take the lid off an engine which decided to share its coolant with the other occupants of the M1 the other day. The temp gauge went high but not past the red and I only had a mile to get off the motorway so it didn't get to the red hot stage. However, It is obvious at least the head gasket has been compromised.
So, having removed the head, the head looks ok,the gasket looks ok, the bores look ok too. one thing though, the engine used copious amounts of oil in the short time of my usage so I think pistons out and examine the rings for wear. this will give me chance to check the big ends as well.
Anyway:-
Questions.
1, Are there any alternatives to the genuine head gasket,if so, are they any good?
2, Do head bolts need replacing, or can they be re used?
3, If rings are needed, which are best
4, Can big end bolts be replaced with cap bolts
Any other helpful suggestions?
Andy
So, having removed the head, the head looks ok,the gasket looks ok, the bores look ok too. one thing though, the engine used copious amounts of oil in the short time of my usage so I think pistons out and examine the rings for wear. this will give me chance to check the big ends as well.
Anyway:-
Questions.
1, Are there any alternatives to the genuine head gasket,if so, are they any good?
2, Do head bolts need replacing, or can they be re used?
3, If rings are needed, which are best
4, Can big end bolts be replaced with cap bolts
Any other helpful suggestions?
Andy