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Old 09-22-2011, 03:28 PM
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Default ls/vtec civic head gasket.

my ls/vtec in my 96 ek doesn't seem to like head gaskets anyone know why or a solution?
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

What do you mean it doesn't like head gaskets? What type are you using?

Is your engine detonationg? Are you overheating? Have you check the block and head to see if they're warped?
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

You're either using the wrong ones or installing them incorrectly. Even still, with lack of information it's hard to say. If you're boosting possibly you need ARP headstuds.
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

all stock. i just keep getting oil from around the head gasket. Using non vtec gasket.
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

Oil eh?
You mean oil is mixing with the coolant or oil is actually seeping out from between the head and the block?
If it's the latter...I'd say either the block/head is warped, or the wrong gasket is being used.
You using OEM head gaskets or aftermarket?
You using any sort of copper spray gasket sealer for the head gasket to help it seal?
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

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all stock. i just keep getting oil from around the head gasket. Using non vtec gasket.
What Headgasket are you using??

If your using the non vtec headgasket are you removing the rivets in it?http://www.goldeneaglemfg.com/includ...yGEMgasket.jpg
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

Did you skip a step in the ls/vtec conversion (ie:plug)
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Default Re: ls/vtec civic head gasket.

oil seeping from gasket. oem autozone non vtec head gasket. plug done right and correct pins. no copper spray.
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Did you remove the rivits?
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