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Old 25th March 2011, 09:36   #1
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Hi there,

i think my moms mk2 vtr headgasket is failing where the water in mixing with the oil, still runs fine.

my question is if i change the gasket will the head need to be skimming??

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what are the torque setting for the head??

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Not always, if its been driven under excessive heat then the head could be warped and would need skimming.
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Old 25th March 2011, 10:03   #3
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so its probably best just getting it skimmed to be on the safe side
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Its always worth washing the head and having it preassure tested and refaced(skimmed).
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