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Old Jan 31, 2004 | 05:14 PM
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Default Head gasket tips?

Im about to go get a head gasket for a turboed crx with a d15b2 with a d16a6 head going on it. Is there anything I should look out for when I buy one. I figure the stock one from a auto parts store for the d16a6 head will be good right, but is there anything better? thanks
Old Jan 31, 2004 | 05:43 PM
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I belive the d16z6 head gasket works and its the best as far as d series gaskets are concerned.
Old Jan 31, 2004 | 05:52 PM
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dude just get a oem one from honda. Save yourself the trouble.
Old Jan 31, 2004 | 05:52 PM
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the z6 will give you a little bit higher compression ratio, i think +.2 from what you will be at.
Old Jan 31, 2004 | 06:00 PM
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just make sure you get a 92+ gasket (metal) the composite ones are weaker and harder to change if ever needed.
Old Jan 31, 2004 | 06:30 PM
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is there a 92+ metal d series head gasket that wont raise my compression ratio.
Old Feb 7, 2004 | 09:30 AM
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.2 wont make a difference at all

just get the z6 one.
the y8 is even thinner so dont get that one
Old Feb 7, 2004 | 02:14 PM
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draztik is soooo against a slight bump in cr....dude it doesnt matter....i say the metal z6/y8 headgaskets are your best stock choice...
Old Feb 7, 2004 | 10:30 PM
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I recommend the Mr. Gasket MLS (Multi Layered Steel Gasket) and get it for a D16z6, and its not to expensive. Also buy some Copper Sealer
Old Feb 8, 2004 | 03:17 AM
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get the HONDA replacement, ask for the UPDATED metal gasket. this will help against future gasket problems. cheap gaskets are just that, cheap.
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