Can I reuse the stock GM head gasket? - Lateral-g Forums

**scherp69** · #1 07-28-2011, 11:16 AM

I have a new L92 that I'm working on. From what I understand, it's never been fired (unless of course when it was being built). I recently did a cam swap and took the heads off to degree the cam. When I was taking the heads off, the head gasket got bent a little bit. It was easily straightened out. I plan on getting a set of ARP head bolts to replace the stock bolts. Should I also replace the head gaskets or can I just reuse them. I've found some guys that recommend using the copper gasket spray and put them back on. I really don't want to have to replace them unless I have to. Thoughts? Thanks in advance.

**scherp69** · #2 07-28-2011, 09:21 PM

Went to GM today. They recommend changing it. For $65 a side, I guess the reassurance and peace of mind would be worth it. Damn this cam degree process is getting expensive.

**camcojb** · #3 07-29-2011, 08:37 PM

you know, with a good coat of sealer they'd likely be fine. Thing is, the amount of work to swap them if they're not good would have me fixing it the right way now.

Vegas69 · #4 07-29-2011, 11:02 PM

If they would've stayed in place without warping, I would've said maybe. I'm with Jody, you are way to deep to trip over a hundy...

Jgpclone · #5 07-29-2011, 11:22 PM

just do it right the first time dont want that to bite u in the ass later imo

Moose · #6 07-30-2011, 09:54 AM

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