Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket?
08-15-2001, 05:40 AM
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Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket?
its a 91 crx and it will mostly be used for street and occasional strip, can i lower compression by just using a thicker head gasket? ive heard its cheaper way to do a street setup.
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Re: Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket? (HondaCRX)
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Re: Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket? (HondaCRX)
INLINE PRO......and they're in virginia. 703-644-1788
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08-16-2001, 01:03 PM
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Re: Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket? (dragonsmp)
greddy
I am currently using a 88 CRX paper gasket in my d16z6 because it was $18 vs. the z6 metal gasket which is $58. *grin*
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08-17-2001, 08:12 AM
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Re: Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket? (liam821)
I Use a Blitz 7 layer head gasket on my Type-R and run 7psi no problem. Inlinepro has head gaskets but they did not lower my compression enough but they might work for you. Just ask Inlinrpro they are the ****!
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Re: Can i lower compression by just using a thicker headgasket? (Gmedalion)
fmax does not make one. They supply the rIdeal one with their kits as an option. I think it's made by mr. gasket. I have it and it's held up fine for 18months and 2 motors. It gives you ~8.8:1 c/r.
Some people feel it's an incorrect way to lower compression, and I tend to agree to a certian degree. It's like milling the head to get a higher c/r. It may not be the best option, but it gets the job done.
Some people feel it's an incorrect way to lower compression, and I tend to agree to a certian degree. It's like milling the head to get a higher c/r. It may not be the best option, but it gets the job done.
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