Head gasket replacement

[OneIed]

After doing a leak down test I'm find bubbles between the head and jug. My question is after replacement do I need to do any type of heat cycle? Re torque? Etc. Thanks in advance

 

[Blaaster]

Yup you need at least 3 heat cycles to condition the gasket and then re torque.

It may also pay to lap the head to correct any warpage if any.

 

[OneIed]

Yup you need at least 3 heat cycles to condition the gasket and then re torque.

It may also pay to lap the head to correct any warpage if any.

Thank you kind sir

 

[OneIed]

20 ft/lbs on the torque setting?

 

[jus_me]

Yes. tighten to 10, then to 15 and finish with 20. Do a star pattern when tightening.

 

[OneIed]

Yes. tighten to 10, then to 15 and finish with 20. Do a star pattern when tightening.

Thank you kind sir

 

[OneIed]

My new gasket came in today. It's a little bent near the bolt holes and such. Is it OK to use or should I request a new 1? Do you think it will seal ok?