At my wits end, again!

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CooperTune
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Re: At my wits end, again!

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It has been quite awhile since I machines a 998 block for 1275 valve pockets. I also drill mine for the extra head studs. I seem to recall using the 1275 gasket and having to plug and drill a cooling passage to match gasket and head? Steve (CTR)
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Re: At my wits end, again!

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New question! Ready to reassemble head, which head gasket to use……? The Victor Reinz composite one, or the uprated Minispares copper jobby, or their lower spec copper oe gasket? Also with Wellseal or not? Mmmmmmm?
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I think the Victor Reinz ones are quite well rated.
Of course I know what a dipstick is, you get called something often enough you look it up!
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As apposed to the Victor Meldrew ones :lol: ……….sorry I will get my coat….
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Exminiman wrote: Sat Aug 03, 2024 6:28 pm As apposed to the Victor Meldrew ones :lol: ……….sorry I will get my coat….
How dare you mention V M's coat. It's not yours they need :lol: :lol:
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Exminiman wrote: Sat Aug 03, 2024 6:28 pm As apposed to the Victor Meldrew ones :lol: ……….sorry I will get my coat….
I can't believe it!
Of course I know what a dipstick is, you get called something often enough you look it up!
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