DIY Head Gasket Replacement: Everything You Need to Know

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  • DIY Head Gasket Replacement: Everything You Need to Know
    In this video I'm going to show you what is involved with replacing the head gasket in your car. A blown head gasket has multiple symptoms. I covered how to properly diagnose a blown head gasket in this video: • Diagnosing a Bad Head ...
    A blown head gasket replacement is a large job on just about any vehicle. I will show you the basics of what is involved in the replacement of your head gasket and what you should be checking when you are doing this type of repair. I will also detail how to check your cylinder head and block surface for flatness to make sure that you have a head gasket repair that lasts.
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    00:00 Intro
    00:04 How to diagnose a blown head gasket
    00:34 Information about my particular head gasket issue
    1:54 SHOULD you replace a blown head gasket?
    4:28 Engine teardown
    10:13 Cleaning the head and deck surface.
    13:18 Checking the head and deck surface for warpage after cleaning.
    17:26 What should you do if the head is warped?
    18:46 Concerns about resurfacing a cylinder head.
    21:21 Engine Reassembly
    26:03 Engine Startup
    27:47 Final Thoughts
    #autorepair #headgasket #diy
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  • @RepairGeek
    @RepairGeek  Před rokem +9

    Tools needed for this repair:
    Torque Wrench w/angle: amzn.to/3ULfN6O
    Die Grinder: amzn.to/3A71Syy
    White Roloc Discs: amzn.to/3V2xnUd
    Red Scotch Brite Pads: amzn.to/3LaABBp
    Machinist Straight Edge: amzn.to/3UXnxms
    Feeler Gauges: amzn.to/3mR97Ys
    My Amazon Store: www.amazon.com/shop/repairgeek
    Help support the channel, buy using my Amazon links
    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases and your cost is exactly the same.
    Link to AllData if you need service information for your car:www.pntrac.com/t/SENKSUZKRktDSEpOTEtGQ0dKRk9LTw

    • @igorfed993
      @igorfed993 Před rokem

      AllData link is broken. Please check.

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem +1

      @@igorfed993 Fixed, thank you!

    • @alexshatner3907
      @alexshatner3907 Před 8 měsíci

      Is it extremely important to use antifreeze coolant in the radiator, or is pure water just fine?

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 8 měsíci

      @@alexshatner3907 you need antifreeze for a variety of reasons. Just buy it.

    • @michaelknorr6825
      @michaelknorr6825 Před 6 měsíci

      Antifreeze resists rust, has a lower freezing point and higher boiling point, lubricates the water pump There are other reasons also.

  • @RAHUL_KZN
    @RAHUL_KZN Před 10 měsíci +115

    This guy sounds like he actually cares about our money being wasted unnecessarily, keep up the good work man

    • @dennishassler605
      @dennishassler605 Před 9 měsíci +3

      Yes, it's not JUST the mechanic, but prices are just too high burdening labor at over 100/hr. and using time studies so it's more like 150/hr. Then, TAXES from government, etc., makes the price very high. I like the engine swap idea as well. Great video!

  • @waynekendall6196
    @waynekendall6196 Před 9 měsíci +31

    Thank you! I was under the impression that the entire engine has to be lifted out, the way the mechanics say it!

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 9 měsíci +13

      It depends on the car. If it's a Subaru it's a good chance the engine needs to come out.

    • @Btu555
      @Btu555 Před 2 měsíci

      @@RepairGeek What's about 2018 cx5. I need replace the cylinder head due to the hairline crack and some mechanics told me they need to take the whole engine out but one doesn't.

  • @KennyRichardson-pj6wl
    @KennyRichardson-pj6wl Před měsícem +18

    My toxic red flag is that I can watch a single CZcams video on how to fix any single issue on a car and immediately think I can fix it

    • @folkk1514
      @folkk1514 Před měsícem +2

      It’s pretty easy, only thing that got me iffy is tryna resurface the block

    • @Calamity_Leo
      @Calamity_Leo Před 18 hodinami

      Your pfp is a red flag........

  • @chrisogilvie2185
    @chrisogilvie2185 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. Much appreciated man 😊

  • @franktarawa1300
    @franktarawa1300 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Another fantastic, comprehensive video. Thanks again. Regards from Sydney Australia

  • @Ram14250
    @Ram14250 Před rokem +2

    Excellent! Great vid! May the Honda go on to 1 million miles!

  • @twincitiesdashcam9119

    Great video. I've replaced head gaskets on older oil cooled motorcycles before but I'm probably going to have to pull the head on my 1988 Nissan Sentra 4x4 wagon so this is great refresher course.

  • @dennishassler605
    @dennishassler605 Před 9 měsíci +15

    I love your discussion!!! I have a coolant leak in a V8 and I know it's likely a head gasket. Labor rates are over $100/hr. and it's not worth it to trust local mechanics - some of them also double the price of parts for the repair.

    • @masongierisch912
      @masongierisch912 Před měsícem

      Yeah it's called making a profit....

    • @dennishassler605
      @dennishassler605 Před měsícem

      Making a Profit, BUT the little guy that needs a cylinder head job is getting screwed big time with high labor costs and using those ridiculous time studies for auto repair. Anywhere else in the world it's economical to repair your car. I see too many cars on the road that need a paint job and wonder how road worthy they are - it's best if our vehicles are in good repair if we have to share the highways with the cars. The solution is not forcing overpriced new cars on the public - it's making auto ownership affordable to properly maintain the cars. The best deal on the auto market are older vehicles in excellent condition.

    • @drengr2759
      @drengr2759 Před 14 dny

      @@masongierisch912 Making a profit doesn't mean charging exorbitant prices. Overcharging for parts they didn't make should be a crime. Mechanics are not struggling anywhere, and you defending them is pathetic. They make plenty of income by being fair and honest, yet most choose to scam their customers because they know they will get away with it.

  • @renediaz6523
    @renediaz6523 Před rokem +7

    My name is Rene Diaz i will do this job same care exact year I've done this job on
    Toyota Corolla 1.8. You are best I've ever seen in my life this the #1 of people that
    Ever did a head gasket job on CZcams you knocked them all out! YOU R THE MAN!
    FROM RENE DIAZ THIS IS ULTRA HONDA FIT HEAD GASKET VIDEO!

    • @dennishassler605
      @dennishassler605 Před měsícem +1

      Rene - the best mechanics are often not the local guy! I had someone do a head job and screwed up a thread on the head and just skipped the bolt there, which is insane. I took the car to Mexico and for a fraction of the cost had it done right by adding a helicoil. Mechanics (and body shops or paint shops) are charging far, far too much in the USA.

    • @drengr2759
      @drengr2759 Před 14 dny

      @@dennishassler605 They charge whatever they want, and then say it's "inflation". The parts they bought were already severely overpriced; the parts companies are making record net profits. It is not inflation. And then the mechanics double the cost for parts, and then add shipping fees, and still call it inflation. It's funny how no one will ever admit that price gouging is destroying this country.

  • @jimmyfavereau
    @jimmyfavereau Před rokem +4

    thanks for the vid RG, love the garage and lift too :D I used the glass from the coffee table for a flat surface and the wife wasnt too happy bout that LOL, Toyota 1NZFE (great motor I call it the 8th wonder of the world) 337k miles.

  • @ericrobertson9569
    @ericrobertson9569 Před rokem +13

    Best video I found. Exactly the info I was looking for. Keep them coming. Subbed

  • @majhoolmaroof2065
    @majhoolmaroof2065 Před 4 měsíci +1

    You are simply a good person; good “Geek” that is!

  • @christopher20k
    @christopher20k Před rokem

    Congratulations on 100k first time I’m watching your videos

  • @majordog85
    @majordog85 Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you my brother, got yourself a new subscriber 🙏

  • @thailand_tour
    @thailand_tour Před rokem +1

    Thank you so much ! Very helpful video.

  • @luisfuentes3012
    @luisfuentes3012 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Awesome explanation dude. Now I'm even more scared of attempting to do this honestly so I think I'll just give Bar's Leaks a go lol

  • @darrenomalleyy
    @darrenomalleyy Před 28 dny

    Damn man, glad I came across your channel...My car suddenly overheated on the Motorway pulled over and got it towed.....Im confident its head gasket... Id rather try a DIY gasket change than strip or scrap it....Best video yet so well explained...Should teach this stuff!!!

  • @rayman111
    @rayman111 Před 5 měsíci

    Superb, clear picture well explained. 👍👍

  • @Markicjusz
    @Markicjusz Před rokem +1

    Very good video. Maybe soon I will also do this procedure on my old, good Nissan😉

  • @baby_152
    @baby_152 Před 9 měsíci

    You earned my subscription, thank you

  • @letsgets77
    @letsgets77 Před 8 měsíci

    I HAD ONE QUESTION!!!
    and you answered it. Thank you.
    *subbed

  • @Damashoney
    @Damashoney Před 8 měsíci

    Good explanation thank you

  • @zahid-ur5lp
    @zahid-ur5lp Před měsícem

    Well explained. Stay blessed

  • @votago
    @votago Před 2 měsíci

    Dude holy shit. I have a 2010 Honda. I changed out the ignition coil on it and I was like phew! This is some next level stuff. You dissemble so much!

    • @Paul9424
      @Paul9424 Před 2 měsíci

      Can one get to the head without dissembling so much

  • @arfeenmalik8331
    @arfeenmalik8331 Před 9 měsíci

    great video!

  • @siphosethuapolisi1814
    @siphosethuapolisi1814 Před 8 měsíci

    You're a Legend

  • @BenoJ3000
    @BenoJ3000 Před 10 měsíci +4

    I replaced a trans cooler on a jeep liberty for my wife. 2 days, 12 hours. Over 100 steps logged, 30+ fasters/pieces removed, and 3 trips to the auto parts store ( once for a charge kit of the AC ). What a bitch of a job. I did the job for 1/8 what it would have cost my wife. Still runs cold AC and no leaks 6 years later. Not having a clue about what I was doing, when i was done it was the best feeling ever.

    • @drengr2759
      @drengr2759 Před 14 dny +1

      Lots of things can go wrong and you could make a lot of mistakes, but those same things can happen at a mechanic shop. The difference is that you will be motivated to correct whatever went wrong, whereas the mechanic will hide or ignore it. I learned that the hard way on my truck. I had no idea how much I got scammed, and I'm lucky to be alive with a still functioning truck after finding so many major issues. They know we can't hire lawyers, and they know the paperwork they make us sign will release them from all liability. It's pure evil. Doctors have to carry malpractice insurance, and they get punished frequently for fraudulent or criminal behavior; mechanics do anything they want and get away with it. Such a sick business.

  • @davida871
    @davida871 Před rokem +5

    Great video. Im losing small amt of coolant but not external leaks. Did exhaust gas tests no change of color. No white smoke. Spark plugs are clean. Cylinders dont look washed. Im puzzled. Great explanations. Love the content.

    • @jimmyfavereau
      @jimmyfavereau Před rokem +4

      any bubbling at the radiator cap at a higher rpm? that was my issue after overheating (bad fan relay sensor)

  • @MyLifeThai371
    @MyLifeThai371 Před rokem +2

    I also have a 2008 Honda FIT with 208,000 miles. I have not had any problems with my car. I hope I don't have any issues like you did.

  • @dennishassler605
    @dennishassler605 Před měsícem

    This is an excellent exercise for you - you'll be able to do most jobs on any car unlike most mechanics in the USA that are just trained to be parts replacers - some mechanics actually go down to fix what's wrong with a part - such as replacing the brushes on an alternator instead of just swapping the part for a replacement rebuilt part.

  • @sophiegrisom
    @sophiegrisom Před 7 měsíci +1

    Our 1996 Plymouth 2.4L had a similar head gasket leak of oil to the outside but no coolant or compression leak. A generic problem and why they changed to a MultiLayer Steel gasket, as did many other makes. The oil leak began just before the 36K warranty, but I thought it was minor (valve cover or cam sensor) so didn't take to the dealership. Lived with it until 96K miles. Not losing much oil, but dripped on the exhaust manifold for that burnt-rubber smell, so finally changed to an MLS gasket. Not hard on a 4 cyl. Took the head to a machine shop for "valve job" and leak check. Changed the camshaft oil seals, timing belt, and water pump. Time for another belt since OE failed at 39K miles from a tensioner pulley bearing. I also did a "ring job" (drill-honed cylinders) and new rod bearings. The old rings were a bit worn but still in-spec gap. I found easiest to bolt the intake and exhaust manifolds off-car since can still get to all the head bolts. I re-used the "torque to yield" head bolts, which is not-advised, but now at 240K miles and no more head gasket problems.

  • @PeteyMcSavage
    @PeteyMcSavage Před rokem

    Your the man. Here’s a cool product you might like to play with it’s called slip plate super thick paint on graphite coating nothing sticks to maybe you can find application. I use on farm mowers

  • @alexanderstefanxandraswedi5835

    ❤🎉 great done

  • @nb9536
    @nb9536 Před 11 dny

    Great video, my Acura el is loosing coolant from radiator to reservoar bottle. No external leak, replaced thermostat and rad cap. Any suggestions. Thanks

  • @goranekstrom708
    @goranekstrom708 Před 3 měsíci

    I glued the sand paper to a thick float glass pane and then used regular sand paper blocks to do the finish with 400-800 grit. Got an almost polished surface.

  • @azzeddinefoura4741
    @azzeddinefoura4741 Před 2 měsíci

    I had the head gasket replaced on my Nissan Almera Classic,it was only driven for 78k miles with the QG16DE engine under the hood, now it seems like a successful operation as the car runs smoothly and good as new, I hope it will last long because I heard people saying that after replacing the original head gasket, the car will keep overheating and blowing more head gaskets with time, especially the sixth generation honda civic owners as I have heard them saying this alot.

  • @codygoldade3984
    @codygoldade3984 Před 6 měsíci

    There was a few times the feeler gauge went under the straight edge was that a smaller size you were showing? Also were you worried about damage to the rings seals etc did you check all that? And did you change multiple gaskets there’s a lot that comes with a bunch of o rings and seals that I’m not even sure what for on my car.

  • @chaka11
    @chaka11 Před 3 měsíci

    You the best

  • @smplayboi478
    @smplayboi478 Před 9 měsíci

    Would I still need to to remove the timing chain, housing , guides etc if im just replacing the head gasket?

  • @michaelknorr6825
    @michaelknorr6825 Před 6 měsíci +4

    The tricky part is that in order to pull the head off, the belt has to be removed. Machining the head will effect your compression ratio also. It may not be much, but as hot as they run, that won't help.

    • @chiefdenis
      @chiefdenis Před 26 dny +1

      I had that in mind the whole time, the compreession ratio will be a little bit higher, but probably within margin of error

  • @mg8718
    @mg8718 Před 3 měsíci

    What type of abrasive disc can i use with my regular drill?

  • @clarencebrooks646
    @clarencebrooks646 Před rokem +1

    Could you comment on what symptoms you had prior to identifying the repair needed (leaking coolant).

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem

      czcams.com/video/j8Ezoeg0Q2o/video.html

  • @MosesTouch-um4ql
    @MosesTouch-um4ql Před 2 měsíci

    When putting the head gasket, is there a need to put grease
    Regarding the crankshaft bolts, is there a need to put the lock tight?

  • @mg8718
    @mg8718 Před 5 měsíci

    Ive always re-used the cyl head bolts with no problems. Only need to use new bolts on race car engines.

  • @salekanayake8416
    @salekanayake8416 Před rokem

    Thanx mate. Love all the way from aus . I seen some people putting some oil on the head n block between the gaskets to help with minimising stress when torquing head bolts . What do you think if this method?

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem

      No. I install everything completely dry. Only thing that might need lubrication is the head bolt threads and those I don't lube unless specifically told to by service information.

  • @staffordshirebullterrierli7411

    One of the best cars Ive ever brought was a 04 English ford fusion 2 1.6 duratec with 86000 miles, 5 years ago, was well looked after, this thing has been Amazing!!!
    156000 + now, my nest tip is sprat silicone lube every where under car, it rejuvenates rubber and protects metal!
    Still running on original springs and ext year it wont have failed an mot!
    Paid 330 quid no mot, needed a tyre😍

  • @greylynnjr
    @greylynnjr Před 10 měsíci

    Is that a manual version? Would you justify a cvt model gasket repair

  • @davianceable
    @davianceable Před 5 měsíci

    You can use shelllac if it is little uneven use it on al over face of where the head gasket sits wait 30 min and stick the gasket , use dot 4 to clean holes of gasket place.

  • @waynegomillion4976
    @waynegomillion4976 Před rokem

    Appreciate it. Just changed a lower radiator hose that split. I added 2 containers of coolant. Now it's all but gone. No visible leaks. Any idea where it's going?

    • @steveclark..
      @steveclark.. Před rokem +1

      Check the engine oil, if there's a crack or failed gasket, coolant can run into there.

  • @ladyjusticewarriorqueenz2005

    Great Video. Thanks.

  • @hengleekai7788
    @hengleekai7788 Před 4 měsíci

    Tq I think I will change to second hand engine

  • @wackey3455
    @wackey3455 Před rokem

    hi can you tell me how do you organize fasteners please working on a car after work how do you remember. great video

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem +1

      Simple. Thread them back in the holes they came from.

    • @steveclark..
      @steveclark.. Před rokem +2

      @@RepairGeek When taking gearboxes, crankcase etc apart, I've drawn the shape on a piece of cardboard and poked each bolt through that.

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem

      @@steveclark.. That works great as well. Or labeled plastic bags. I just thread them back in so I don't need to find a box, bag, or a marker to write what everything is.

  • @cesar2carmona910
    @cesar2carmona910 Před rokem

    How much would this cost for 2011 challenger?

  • @N-e.o
    @N-e.o Před 3 měsíci

    Is it possible that an internal oil leak between oil channel and cilinder will cause my oil burning problem? My oil consumption is like 1 liter oil every 10.000km.. to my knowledge these engines {om602 diesel} do normally not consume a drop of oil..
    I have no black smoke, starts fine {also when it freezes} sounds fine no oil in my coolant and visa versa and the compression is fine.and no outside oil leaks
    Please if someone know the answer.😢

  • @Codrean
    @Codrean Před 2 měsíci

    I have a Honfa Fit and almost cried when I saw that smoke on first start.

  • @behhaibeng8523
    @behhaibeng8523 Před 4 měsíci

    If early in the morning, start the engine n there is tiny bubbles white foam appears on radiator opening,is it serious blown head gasket? Running for half an hour to & fro water temperature normal but about 300 ml water escapes to spare tank any one can help to solve the problems ( 25 years car) over haul 3 times by inexperienced foreman mileage about 200k less than 300k miles.any one willing to advise, please..

  • @limamantapachitas
    @limamantapachitas Před 3 měsíci

    If you reduce the height of the head, it will change compression and ratio, some people use copper spray on the gasket fro better sealing

  • @surthrivingalaska2511
    @surthrivingalaska2511 Před 3 měsíci

    Man I would have been shitting myself if I did all that and then it started smoking. lol great video man!

  • @HestnetIT
    @HestnetIT Před 4 měsíci

    Would an engine support bar work instead of using a floor jack?

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 4 měsíci +1

      Yes but you will have to work around it.

  • @Darkipod
    @Darkipod Před rokem

    Did you clean the block the same way as the head? how did you keep the oil passages clean?

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem +1

      Cleaned the block the same way. Cleaned everything with brake cleaner to remove any remnants of the scotchbrite pad.

    • @Darkipod
      @Darkipod Před rokem

      @@RepairGeek I meant more like, how did you keep debris from going into the oil passages from the block when you roloc’d it

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem

      @@Darkipod You're not removing enough material to create any major debris. The scotchbrite shedding creates far more debris. If you're doing it correctly you can still see the original machine marks in the head after using the roloc disc.

  • @n9wox
    @n9wox Před 9 měsíci +1

    How much material is being shaved off to resurface the cylinder head? I would think the timing chain/belt tensioner could adjust for a small amount of material being removed.

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 9 měsíci +1

      It depends on how badly the head is warped. If it's warped .007" you need to remove .007" if it's .010" you remove .010" of material from the head to make it flat again. The timing tensioners usually have no issue with it, it's the ECM detecting that the cam and the crank are not in time with one another. Changing the physical distance between the cam and the crankshaft changes the timing.
      Think of it like this, if you're playing catch with someone. You know how long it's going to take for the ball to travel through the air to come back to you. Now, reduce the distance between the 2 people. It will take less time for the ball to travel between them. The ECM can't compensate for this distance change and it triggers a timing code.

    • @ichhassekleineohren2131
      @ichhassekleineohren2131 Před 5 měsíci

      ​@@RepairGeekThis doesn't make sense to me. Because the distance of the chain doesn't interfere with the timing. Take this for example: if the crank does 1000rpm the chain will move also at 1000rpm even if it is 5 cm longer it will still move at this speed and does not affect the gear ratio between the cam and the crank shaft. Correct me if I'm wrong or if I misunderstood this.

  • @ichhassekleineohren2131
    @ichhassekleineohren2131 Před 5 měsíci

    18:52 This doesn't make sense to me. Because the distance of the chain doesn't interfere with the timing. Take this for example: if the crank does 1000rpm the chain will move also at 1000rpm even if it is 5 cm longer it will still move at this speed and does not affect the gear ratio between the cam and the crank shaft. Correct me if I'm wrong or if I misunderstood this.

  • @ii7365
    @ii7365 Před 11 měsíci

    Hi great video, I am no mechanic and I am new to diy changing head gasket and half way through taking my engine head off and I want to learn more about it, I got a question to ask, what happens when the engine block is over the warpage limit, can I resurface or machine the engine block or both the engine block and the head to fix that or do I have no other choice but to dispose it. Thanks very much

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 11 měsíci +1

      The head is much more likely to warp than the block generally speaking. The head has a lot less mass than the block so usually that warps first.
      If the block is warped you have to remove it to machine it correctly, at that point it's easier/cheaper to replace the engine on most vehicles. You literally have to remove the engine to fix the warpage problem correctly.

  • @mvukosa
    @mvukosa Před 10 měsíci

    What brand head gasket kit did you end up using?

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I bought a full top end gasket kit from Fel-Pro.

    • @mkrp4
      @mkrp4 Před 8 měsíci

      Felpro is not the best anymore @@RepairGeek

  • @mattcancan9592
    @mattcancan9592 Před měsícem

    Hey So i was wonder if this was patched...

  • @pauloisidoro2
    @pauloisidoro2 Před 8 měsíci

    I understand 👍, but sometimes you buy a replacement engine with head gasket problem and it goes like a circle, in my experience if a second hand engine is for sale it means he has trouble unless you buy from a low mileage car that had an accident and you take it out yourself.

  • @manishpatelmkp1
    @manishpatelmkp1 Před rokem

    First view your video

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem

      IDK, I think I saw it first haha. Thanks for watching.

  • @senditsquad69
    @senditsquad69 Před 4 měsíci

    Bruhhh. What vehicle? I'm looking for a headgasket replacement video specifically for a 2010 Honda fit.

  • @mkrp4
    @mkrp4 Před 8 měsíci

    Not common thing on Fit.
    Using cheap coolant and not changing it on time is number one reason for leaks like this

  • @themagpie_1
    @themagpie_1 Před 4 měsíci +1

    replacing the engine is ok, if you know its good and isn`t gonna blow its own HG after another 10k..

  • @zush_kenya
    @zush_kenya Před 4 měsíci

    15:13 what do you do whn you find its not flat..

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 4 měsíci

      Remove the engine and have it machined flat or replace the engine.

  • @robertoudokrapf453
    @robertoudokrapf453 Před 5 měsíci

    OLÁ. 03/01/24 Observei visualmente entre cil.1 e 2 no bloco a mancha característica de falta de planicidade e a removeste com sua forma incorreta de limpar a superfície do bloco e cabeçote. Sua "régua de precisão" é legítima mas a forma usá-la é incorreta. (Deve medir com inclinação sobre uma das quinas usando "luz e sombra". A quina diatralmente oposta é utilizada para "aferir" a régua). O uso de apalpadores é desnecessário pois o apalpador 0.05mm é pouco maior que a tolerância máxima para a largura de Bloco ou cabeçote. ABRAÇOS... Roberto Udo Krapf

  • @hanialjabri6952
    @hanialjabri6952 Před 2 měsíci

    8 man we changed it like in 3

  • @MonicaRelaford
    @MonicaRelaford Před 4 měsíci

    I'm female, and usually work on motorcycles, when my Honda blew a head gasket I was broke, in between jobs, and financially strapped. I have to replace my head gasket I have no other choice. I've never worked on a car like this but still I know I can do it. My car isn't over 100,000. And baffled how this even happens no warning nothing just a 30min drive car died as I was exiting frwy. 😢 Ugh 2015 Honda Accord sport

  • @Gager1985
    @Gager1985 Před měsícem

    I didn't hear right did I hear you used a jack from underneath on the main bearing caps

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před měsícem

      Yep had to. Otherwise the engine falls out when you remove the timing cover. Car runs great 15k miles after this video.

    • @Gager1985
      @Gager1985 Před měsícem

      @@RepairGeek just asking because I'm wondering how you're main bearing caps are holding up

  • @dc-gm9tm
    @dc-gm9tm Před 12 dny

    I have way too much confidence now. I'm about to go for it.

  • @AlanMiozza
    @AlanMiozza Před měsícem

    Lol he said I know this there’s gonna be controversy on this don’t flip out lol that’s funny. I know I won’t be taking no dye grinder, to my cylinder head or no brake cleaner that’s a little much. he’s taking it to a machine shop to have it shave down so what was the point of that truly would not have mattered😂

  • @mg8718
    @mg8718 Před 3 měsíci

    Most timing chains will last for 300,000 miles.

  • @imorganmarshall
    @imorganmarshall Před 6 měsíci

    The next engine doesn't have a new head gasket though.

  • @beachboardfan9544
    @beachboardfan9544 Před rokem +1

    11:24 🤦‍♂

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před rokem +3

      I always check it for warpage AFTER I do this cleaning. If I screwed up the deck surface it would show up when I checked it with the straight edge.
      Car runs great, no leaks.

    • @azazelakira12
      @azazelakira12 Před rokem

      I really don't see what is the problem here, unless you are not mechanicly inclined!

  • @mowski9
    @mowski9 Před 10 měsíci

    Noice

  • @biglos9d
    @biglos9d Před 8 měsíci

    Shop wanted about $11K to replace the engine

  • @mg8718
    @mg8718 Před 3 měsíci

    All you need to do is put a block of wood on your jack. No need to pull the fukin oil pan.

  • @bartsarton2212
    @bartsarton2212 Před měsícem

    Yeah, but if you replace the engine, it won't be numbers matching anymore. 😂

  • @airidasra
    @airidasra Před 8 dny

    Does not look like change head gasket 11 hours.. not even close.

    • @RepairGeek
      @RepairGeek  Před 8 dny

      Check it on Alldata. 8.9 for the HG add another 2 for the timing chain.

    • @airidasra
      @airidasra Před 7 dny

      @@RepairGeek I know, it is for accounting purposes. Reality is different. Great video!

  • @istoleyourpc6721
    @istoleyourpc6721 Před 7 měsíci +2

    so if i understand correctly, if the engine block is warped then all the work is forfeit? the only choice after that is to just replace the entire engine?

  • @noobulon4334
    @noobulon4334 Před 11 měsíci

    If you are going to redneck engineer your head resurface, a pane of glass is both stiff and very, very flat
    Also do yourself a favor and get some marking fluid so you know when you're done

  • @ralphwhakinfus4661
    @ralphwhakinfus4661 Před rokem

    Correction you will not cause the timing to be off by taking off too much material off by machining. The valve isnot a function of the distance between the cam and the crank but the size and teeth in the timing gears. The danger is you may take off too much material and cause the chain to be too long and have adjustment issues but it wont change timing. Also with these interference engines you may run into clearance issues but still wont affect timing.

    • @ralphwhakinfus4661
      @ralphwhakinfus4661 Před rokem

      A thicker head gasket is to make up for block or head warp not to add distance between the gears that doesnt matter if not for adjustment it could be two inches bigger or smaller the chain length will not change the speed of the timing gears

    • @ralphwhakinfus4661
      @ralphwhakinfus4661 Před rokem

      Push rods is also a matter of adjustment not timing speed

    • @mkrp4
      @mkrp4 Před 8 měsíci

      @@ralphwhakinfus4661 The increased distance between cam and crank axis will cause slack on the radiator side chain thus the valve timing will be retarded few degrees once engine begins to rotate and the slack on the tradition side will be taken out by tensioner (similar to the stretching of the chain) This is why Toyota 4M-E 2.6 engine had 3 holes in the cam sprocket for dowel pin; using them compensated for the chain stretching by advancing cam relatively to "retarded" sprocket!)

  • @ralphwhakinfus4661
    @ralphwhakinfus4661 Před rokem +2

    Dont forget to fill with oil

  • @brandoblack3732
    @brandoblack3732 Před 9 měsíci

    The intro is way to long just get to the damn point!