John Fleming Posted February 5, 2022 Report Posted February 5, 2022 It is my goal to replace the head gasket of the 218 engine in my P15. I have carefully read Head Gaskets by Frank Gooz December 25 ,2020. Today I ordered a Fel Pro gasket to replace the failed gasket . If you have done this job please share your knowledge and experience. Is their a top and bottom side of the new gasket. If so are they clearly marked. Should gasket sealer be used on one or both sides of the gasket. If one side which side . What gasket sealer is correct for this job ? Please provide name and brand of the correct sealer. Please share any does or do nots that will help me complete this job correctly. Each time I lean to complete a task on my P15 I become aware of the many things I do not know ! Quote
Bryan Posted February 5, 2022 Report Posted February 5, 2022 Coolant weep at head bolt. - Mopar Flathead Truck Forum - P15-D24.com and Pilot-house.com Head Gasket Recommendation - Mopar Flathead Truck Forum - P15-D24.com and Pilot-house.com Can't figure it out myself. Reaching out for help - Page 2 - Mopar Flathead Truck Forum - P15-D24.com and Pilot-house.com Quote
Go Fleiter Posted February 7, 2022 Report Posted February 7, 2022 (edited) The gasket is not symmetrical, so You cannot turn wrong side up- if not obstructing needed holes! Remember the order of tightening the bolts, following a helix (see last pic) in several steps! And You must follow the torque instruction (see Service Manual) with a torque wrench. Under-the-tree shop practice is not recommendable any more. Dont forget to add antifreese to the water- it must protect for corrosion too. I can´t find the right one now, antifreese comes in different styles. Sealant or not is more a question of belief- I prefer not to put it because of the risk of overdoing (and getting some in the holes!) and the mess when having to scarpe it off when removing it. Good gaskets of today don´t need sealant. Greetings from Düsseldorf! Go Edited February 7, 2022 by Go Fleiter 3 Quote
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