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Head Gasket replacement on an 86 245 questions 200 1986

I have always used Elring gasket sets from FCP and have been happy with them- no failures.

Some sources indicate that the valves should be replaced not ground. The machine shop I use laughs at those recommendations but I have only ever had the valves ground on one head I have torn down. I just use a powered wire wheel and then lap them in. I have never encountered worn valve guides in a red block either.

Enjoy your vacation.

Randy






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