head gasket

Archie · 07-21-2003

Can a head gasket be re-used if it is brand new....i installed a new head gasket and when i started the topaz up again there is milky oil....my guess is its a cracked head....im going to replace the head....but can i use the same new head gasket i installed? i didnt know if i could since it has already been torqued...thankyou for any input !

- Archie

GTRaptor · 07-21-2003

You better not, they are inexpensive so why go into the trouble of doing it again in case that one leaks.

Fordgazm · 07-21-2003

I would'nt re-use it . just get a new one . less hassle

Archie · 07-21-2003

thanks guys!

JUSTNLX · 07-21-2003

You might want to check the head bolts too. I believe a Topaz uses torque to yield head bolts. Which means they are not reuseable.

Check it out anyway.

Archie · 07-21-2003

thanks..will do !