cylinder head gasket

CROSSJCG

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1997 120 hp force ,detailed tips on removing and replacing cylinder head gasket,do i leave the cylinder head cover attached to the cylinder head since it looks like its two parts?,and far as gasket sealer that blue stuff use that in addittion with the gasket? .do i put it on both sides of the gasket?.at that time with the cylinder head off should i use that decarbonig stuff do clean the head and spray into cylinders? small leak in gasket ,will the water damage the cylinders or any other parts?will those heads worp?how do i check? thanks
 

The Marine Doctor

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Re: cylinder head gasket

Do not use a sealer with the new gasket.<br />You do not need to remove the waterjacket cover.<br /><br />To see if it is warped..lay a straight edge on its side..as if you are going to measure the flat surface of the head. Look for spaces of light under the straight edge..if none are found you will not need to machine the head.<br /><br />TMD
 
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