HG doesn't fit??

rnoswal · 02-28-2006, 03:15 AM

I have run into similar problems from time to time. Mostly it is just the alignment holes that cause the head gasket to bow a little. Another thing is if you have studs in the block. The holes can be off just a little bit and doesn't seem like it will fit. In all cases though, the gasket was the right one or it would not even be close! Sometimes, with all the different companies that make parts a few things don't line up perfectly. Ask where the problem seems and if it is just the alignment holes on either end, have them elongate them a little and it will sit flat. A good shop should have access to another gasket to campare with and see if there really is a problem.

Let us know how it goes.

That is why I do my own work. You learn as you go, but at least YOU know what is going on and don't have to trust the word of another.

Russ

02-28-2006, 03:15 AM	#3
rnoswal Lexus & 550's Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Bossier City LA Posts: 556	I have run into similar problems from time to time. Mostly it is just the alignment holes that cause the head gasket to bow a little. Another thing is if you have studs in the block. The holes can be off just a little bit and doesn't seem like it will fit. In all cases though, the gasket was the right one or it would not even be close! Sometimes, with all the different companies that make parts a few things don't line up perfectly. Ask where the problem seems and if it is just the alignment holes on either end, have them elongate them a little and it will sit flat. A good shop should have access to another gasket to campare with and see if there really is a problem. Let us know how it goes. That is why I do my own work. You learn as you go, but at least YOU know what is going on and don't have to trust the word of another. Russ