MGB head gasket
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Hi chaps I’m after some advice
We have identified our 1976 mgb roadster has a head gasket leak.
I’m an average DIYer and am confident servicing , changing suspension etc but have never done anything like this.
Does anyone have any tips ? Iv got the head gasket kit , got a Hayes Manuel but would appreciate any words of wisdom before I dive in.
Thanks
Baskey
We have identified our 1976 mgb roadster has a head gasket leak.
I’m an average DIYer and am confident servicing , changing suspension etc but have never done anything like this.
Does anyone have any tips ? Iv got the head gasket kit , got a Hayes Manuel but would appreciate any words of wisdom before I dive in.
Thanks
Baskey
Get a straight edge and check that the block and head face are flat and not warped.
Might be worth getting the head lightly skimmed anyway just to be sure.
Also check that the waterway holes have not corroded up especially at the rear of the block
Torque up head bolts/nuts in the correct sequence and to the correct torque.
Take your time and take photo's if you are unsure where parts fit before you remove them.
Might be worth getting the head lightly skimmed anyway just to be sure.
Also check that the waterway holes have not corroded up especially at the rear of the block
Torque up head bolts/nuts in the correct sequence and to the correct torque.
Take your time and take photo's if you are unsure where parts fit before you remove them.
It's not a particularly hard job, easily done over a weekend or one long day. You'll need a torque wrench, but otherwise it's all standard size screwdrivers, sockets and spanners for tools.
As already said, worth skimming the head if it's overheated. It doesn't cost much and it'll give you some piece of mind.
As already said, worth skimming the head if it's overheated. It doesn't cost much and it'll give you some piece of mind.
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