Effect Of A Too Thick Head Gasket??
Posted: Thu Apr 05, 2018 9:50 am
Re: 1.6 Non-Turbo Diesel
Does anyone have an idea of how much putting the wrong size (too thick) head gasket in place would effect the compression? Some commentary has suggested that a hasty mechanic could do that to expedite the job.
For this hypothetical, let's say that the correct size would be the "two hole" thick gasket. So, instead, a "three hole" is installed.
Apparently, it would run, but would it be noticeable to a non-performance driver???
Comments???
Does anyone have an idea of how much putting the wrong size (too thick) head gasket in place would effect the compression? Some commentary has suggested that a hasty mechanic could do that to expedite the job.
For this hypothetical, let's say that the correct size would be the "two hole" thick gasket. So, instead, a "three hole" is installed.
Apparently, it would run, but would it be noticeable to a non-performance driver???
Comments???
No, most drivers wouldn't notice any effect from the small drop in compression. Theoretically, it could make it just a bit harder to start in extremely cold weather, and some would say that it might even result in a minute drop in fuel mileage.