Head Gasket?

[faviles]

So I plan on taking the head off of my 87 7mgte and replacing the head gasket. I ONLY plan on machining the head and leaving the block the way it is. My original plan was to run a metal head gasket but I've read many threads stating that a MHG would only work when both the head and block are machined.

In the future I plan on installing:
DM Intercooler
Boost controller
CAI
Aftermarket Radiator

The reason for me not removing the block is because I have little experience with this engine and I doubt I would be able to remove it myself.

So the big question is, what type of HG do you guys recommend for the job?

Thanks!

 

[emiliorescigno]

If you're not machining both the block and head, use an OEM Toyota Headgasket, and torque it to 75 ft-lbs using ARP Head Studs/Nuts or ARP Head Bolts

 

[faviles]

If you're not machining both the block and head, use an OEM Toyota Headgasket, and torque it to 75 ft-lbs using ARP Head Studs/Nuts or ARP Head Bolts

Thank you sir! Could I still do the same if I machine the head?

 

[emiliorescigno]

Yes, you probably don't *need* to machine the head if you're using an OEM headgasket, but it certainly doesn't hurt.

 

[faviles]

Yes, you probably don't *need* to machine the head if you're using an OEM headgasket, but it certainly doesn't hurt.

Thanks again for the response bud

 

[atmperformance]

Just be sure it's a toyota OEM gasket, too many people try to sell cheap composite gaskets by calling them OEM when they're not

 

[faviles]

Will an OEM gasket have the proper thickness if I machine my head? I've read the thread showing all those numbers and how it would be a good idea to get a gasket that would match the OEM specs once part or the head is machined.

 

[HMNGSupraMKIII]

The thickness is fine. You should torque the ARP head studs to 85lb ft not 75. ARP says that you should torque it to 85lb. I torqued mines to 95lbs because I had a adapter on it so I torqued a little higher to make up for the difference that is lost to that connection.

 

[faviles]

The thickness is fine. You should torque the ARP head studs to 85lb ft not 75. ARP says that you should torque it to 85lb. I torqued mines to 95lbs because I had a adapter on it so I torqued a little higher to make up for the difference that is lost to that connection.

Gotcha! Thanks for all the help guys. Can't wait to get that head off and revive this beast. :evil2:

 

[faviles]

http://www.1aauto.com/1A/gaskets/To..._content=EGS&gclid=CJCek9X40LoCFYqi4Aod9AgADA

Would this gasket kit do me justice? Just searched up Felpro gasket set and this came up. Also I can't find anywhere that sells the OEM Head Gasket.

 

[7M4EVR]

Try Toyota?

 

[faviles]

Already tried two sites but nothing. Will they have it if I go to an actual dealer located a couple of minutes away from me?

 

[suprafreak123]

http://store.driftmotion.com/static/i-7mgtestockheadgasket.php it is $95.00

 

[suprafreak123]

Hope this helps

 

[faviles]

:icon_bigg

Hope this helps

It definitely does! Thank you!!

 

[7M4EVR]

Already tried two sites but nothing. Will they have it if I go to an actual dealer located a couple of minutes away from me?

Doubt they have it in stock, but they will order it in for you. You could try calling them. Kansas City warehouse has one, Part#11115-42021 I think. Or just go with DM, it says its the actual Toyota part.

 

[mk3_7m]

The thickness is fine. You should torque the ARP head studs to 85lb ft not 75. ARP says that you should torque it to 85lb. I torqued mines to 95lbs because I had a adapter on it so I torqued a little higher to make up for the difference that is lost to that connection.

Correct me if I am wrong but I looked at the Arp head studs part number for the 7m and and crossed referenced on their online manual guide It says 90 ft lbs.

I do remember supracentral saying torque the studs according to the manual

 

[faviles]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Graphite-He...Parts_Accessories&hash=item3360fd99f2&vxp=mtr

Anyone ever try this set? The seller has 100% positive feedback and over 200 of these sets were sold. Of course, I will be purchasing the OEM head gasket separately.

 

[T3rril79]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Graphite-He...Parts_Accessories&hash=item3360fd99f2&vxp=mtr

Anyone ever try this set? The seller has 100% positive feedback and over 200 of these sets were sold. Of course, I will be purchasing the OEM head gasket separately.

I purchased all of my gaskets from toyota and Oreily's.

 

[7M4EVR]

you just have to make a choice of what you want to do. Spend a little extra on known, and proven gaskets, and probably not have to worry about it later, or take a chance, get the cheap ones, and possibly spend a bunch of time fixing leaks and troubleshooting when the car is back together and everything is in the way. I don't have any experience with this specific kit, and I'm not saying it wouldnt work fine, just stating the obvious. Then again theres that whole other issue of no matter what gaskets you use there is other important things such as the proper fasteners, torque specs, and using FIPG on assembly exactly where the TSRM tells you to.