- Wed Sep 05, 2012 4:18 pm
#1105
Hi all, I've read various comments about the need to anneal copper head gaskets before re-fitting the head. Can someone tell me why / if this is necessary as the gasket looks fine and obviously hasn't been bent or hammered so should not really have hardened. I'm just worried I might do more damage removing it from the barrel in order to anneal it than leaving well alone! Also, what is the consensus of opinion about using a sealant with both the composite gasket at the lower end of the barrel (which does need replacing), and with the copper head gasket? What is the best type to buy if the advice is to use a sealant? Thanks for any advice.