Cometic Multi Layer Steel Headgasket

[Jamie88]

Hey guys I got a cometic mls 1.3mm headgasket that has been on my car for no more than 100km before I had an engine fire. I have purchased a new engine, will this headgasket be alright to fit to the new engine, along with the arp stud and nut kit that has done the same amount of km's??

[VB-]

as long as it wasnt damaged in the fire it should be fine. studs im not sure about, but i dont think they are those 'stretch' type so i would say that you can use them too. just ring up cometic and ARP, get a definitive answer from someone who'll know 100%

[PM-R33]

New headgasket regardless how long its been on the car, once it has been torqued down onto the head, taking it off and trying to reuse it isnt a good idea, and for the cost of $300 or so to get a new one its a lot better than having to take the head off again a week later.

[Proximity Motorsport]

New headgasket regardless how long its been on the car, once it has been torqued down onto the head, taking it off and trying to reuse it isnt a good idea, and for the cost of $300 or so to get a new one its a lot better than having to take the head off again a week later.

correct

[VB-]

i thought the idea of steel gaskets was that they were reuseable?

[Kranker]

At $300 is it even worth the risk, Id say get a new one.

[VB-]

lol suppose im in a different boat (VL). when it blows a headgasket, head off, new $30 gasket on. even then its only a new one coz they're cheap

[Jamie88]

Ok no problems. Thanks for ya help guys