Date:         Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:05:10 -0500
Reply-To:     Richard Koller <brvkoller@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Richard Koller <brvkoller@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Head gasket fun
Comments: To: "kenneth wilford (Van-Again)" <kenwilfy@comcast.net>
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Thanks for the excellent review Ken. It’s a great help
Rick

On Sat, Nov 11, 2023 at 2:42 PM kenneth wilford (Van-Again) <
kenwilfy@comcast.net> wrote:

> Rick, I have a whole youtube video detailing what I do on a head gasket
> replacement here:
> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIQmqVRx23M&t=17s
>
> I only buy the two new heads and a complete engine gasket set as it comes
> with the glue you need.  I use that glue, and have never had a problem with
> it.  I only use glue on the rubber head gasket on the side that is facing
> the head after using some scotch brite to rough up the surface a little and
> clean up with some brake cleaner.  I use no sealant on the rubber o-rings
> or metal rings although I usually tack the metal seals in place with a
> couple of dabs of glue just so it doesn't move when you are putting the
> head on.
>
> If you have any more questions, the video should be able to answer them as
> it is pretty step by step and in depth.  As always we stand ready to supply
> all of the parts you might need for this job as well.
>
> Sincerely, Ken Wilford
> www.vanagain.com
>
> On Fri, Nov 10, 2023 at 9:07 PM Richard Koller <brvkoller@gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi all,
>> There has been a winter season head gasket leak on one side of my '90
>> syncro westy for several years. (approx total 170K miles) so I am
>> finally going to replace the head gaskets and heads . I last did this 20
>> years ago.  I am presently reviewing my various files, Bentley and list
>> member methods and wisdom to gear up to the task. I will be replacing the
>> heads with new. One question I have is whether I need to use some sort of
>> gasket sealant on the internal metal cylinder gaskets, I will use it on
>> the
>> green o ring seals. Even though the heads are new is it recommended to use
>> something like Locktite 518? Dennis Haynes advised to use this on used
>> heads, what about new ones? Also, for the final torque on the head nuts,
>> is
>> it 37 (Bentley) or 41 ft pounds?
>> I'm also contemplating doing the oil pump, head studs and rods based on
>> the
>> high mileage, but haven't decided.  I'm getting about 13 psi at idle for
>> oil pressure and 45 at cruising speed (65mph). at about 100 celsius (212
>> F)
>> oil temp.
>> I'm sure I'll have more queries as this project progresses as I discover
>> more deficiencies.
>> I am beholden to the vast knowledge and generosity of the List!
>> Rick Koller
>>
>
>
> --
> Thanks,
> Ken Wilford
> John 3:16
> www.vanagain.com
>