HKS 3mm Copper head gaskets reused?

  • #1

    HKS 3mm Copper head gaskets reused?

    How many times can the be reused?

    I have some on my Z and have installed them twice.

    They were not cheap and I would like to reuse them again.
  • #2
    You can reuse them 2.7 times
  • #3
    Ask yourself. Do you want to take apart the engine again due to a leaky head gasket? Replacing one is just peace of mind. If you do re-use it I would highly recommend letting a professional engine builder go thru the gasket to determine if it's reusable.
    Usual Z31 suspect: Garage Queen (aka broken)
  • #4
    My question is why are you removing and installing then 3x's?
    87T, My build thread http://z31performance.com/forum/z31-…lee-s-87t-rb26
  • #5
    Sometimes I feel like I'm the only one still using OEM headgaskets
    2007 Nissan 350Z Base: 13.476 @ 103.870 MPH

    1988 Nissan 300ZX Shiro Special New Setup [email protected] MPH
  • #6
    You're not. Unless you're going for lots of boost, the stock gaskets work fine.
    Prius… because Pretentious wouldn't fit across the back of the car…

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  • #7
    I've had the OEM gasket up to 26psi with no issues. That was with OEM head bolts too. I like to live dangerously lol
    2007 Nissan 350Z Base: 13.476 @ 103.870 MPH

    1988 Nissan 300ZX Shiro Special New Setup [email protected] MPH
  • #8
    I have had said gasket for like 20 years.

    It was super expensive back then.

    I was just curious. From what I was told back then the gaskets were resuable.

    This one has been used 2 times already.