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Offline Gears

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Head Gasket replacement
« on: 22 February 2011, 21:29 »
Hey as i said in another post my head gasket has gone so after payday me and my pal are going to replace it (with help from a Haynes manual) i was just wondering if anyone knew what tools were needed for the job and if there is any things i should be careful or look out for while carrying out my baby's lifesaving procedure.
1.4 8v on an M plate,is that 1996?
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Offline Wayne

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Re: Head Gasket replacement
« Reply #1 on: 22 February 2011, 21:33 »
M plate is 1994/95, you shold replace the head bolts as well also worth getting the head checked whilst it is off as it may need a light skim.
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Offline harlemex

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Re: Head Gasket replacement
« Reply #2 on: 23 February 2011, 12:57 »
It may be your head that is knackered.
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Re: Head Gasket replacement
« Reply #3 on: 23 February 2011, 13:00 »
A new cambelt and tensioner, some gasket sealer for your rocker cover (or new gasket). check camshaft oil seal and replace if needed.  :cool:
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Re: Head Gasket replacement
« Reply #4 on: 23 February 2011, 13:02 »
What caused the headgasket to blow? Major overheating?
If so yes the head will probably need skimming!
So allow a week in between taking it off and refitting.
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